LIBERTYVILLE – State Senator Mary Edly-Allen (D-Libertyville) issued the following statement in response to the Illinois Supreme Court’s ruling on the pretrial release portions of the SAFE-T Act:

“Today is a win for equity and fairness in our criminal justice system. I am grateful the Illinois Supreme Court upheld historic, nation-leading legislation that prioritizes public safety over wealth. The current outdated cash bail system will no longer harm Illinoisans — instead our criminal justice system will become fairer and our communities will become safer.

“The Illinois Supreme Court’s decision is a long-overdue step toward dismantling systemic racism and unfair financial burdens. The General Assembly is tasked with improving the lives of all citizens, regardless of their financial status. Today we can finally say that we have accomplished just that.”