Establishes a 3-year pilot program for criminal justice special advocates in 5 Illinois counties to support people with intellectual or developmental.
The Criminal Justice Special Advocates Program for People with Disabilities Act creates a 3-year pilot program in 5 Illinois counties to provide criminal justice special advocates for people with intellectual or developmental disabilities. These advocates will assist individuals and their families in understanding the criminal justice process, ensuring their disabilities are understood by officials, and coordinating necessary services.
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