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Judicial Procedures In Misdemeanor Domestic Assault Cases--A Model Policy, Beverly Balos, Isabel Gomez
Judicial Procedures In Misdemeanor Domestic Assault Cases--A Model Policy, Beverly Balos, Isabel Gomez
Northern Illinois University Law Review
Professor Balos and Judge Gomez combine to produce this model policy dealing with domestic assault cases. The foundation of this policy is the result of research comparing jurisdictions requiring varying degrees of police intervention and court involvement in such cases. The authors conclude that a policy, such as the one proposed here, which mandates arrest of the perpetrator in addition to requiring various police and court procedures is most effective in protecting the rights of the victim as well as the defendant.
The Scope Of The Public Duty/Special Duty Doctrine In Illinois: Municipal Liability For Failure To Provide Police Protection, David A. Aaby
The Scope Of The Public Duty/Special Duty Doctrine In Illinois: Municipal Liability For Failure To Provide Police Protection, David A. Aaby
Northern Illinois University Law Review
This comment examines the development of the public duty doctrine and its special duty exception. It focuses on Illinois' treatment of the special duty exception and its application in cases involving an alleged failure of a municipality to provide police protection. The author concludes that the "control" element of Illinois' special duty test is overly restrictive, and advocates a balancing approach in its place.