Public Defender
Peterson’s Attorneys Step Aside, Seek Public Appellate Defender
Convicted killer Drew Peterson’s lawyers have quietly withdrawn from the appeal of his murder conviction.
Former Dixon Comptroller Requests Public Defender
Former Dixon comptroller Rita Crundwell wants a public defender to represent her on charges she embezzled millions in public funds.
Man Sues Cook County Over Public Defender’s Advice
A man claiming he spent about eight years in prison after pleading guilty to a crime on the advice of his public defender filed a lawsuit Wednesday against Cook County and the attorney.



