when is the next macon county states attorney election

Scott Rueter

Scott Rueter announced Thursday he's running as a Republican candidate for Macon County State's Attorney. If that name sounds familiar, it's because Rueter is a former State's Attorney for both Macon and Dewitt counties. He has over thirty years of experience in Criminal Law.

Philip Tibbs

Two term incumbent, Democratic State's Attorney Jay Scott, will retire at the end of his term in November 2020.

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Locals rallied on Saturday during Back the Blue near Water Street and Mound Road in Decatur. The event showed support of local law enforcement (DPD, Macon County Sheriff's Office, Decatur Park Police, other local Departments.

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Locals rallied on Saturday during Back the Blue near Water Street and Mound Road in Decatur. The event showed support of local law enforcement (DPD, Macon County Sheriff's Office, Decatur Park Police, other local Departments.

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Locals rallied on Saturday during Back the Blue near Water Street and Mound Road in Decatur. The event showed support of local law enforcement (DPD, Macon County Sheriff's Office, Decatur Park Police, other local Departments.

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Locals rallied on Saturday during Back the Blue near Water Street and Mound Road in Decatur. The event showed support of local law enforcement (DPD, Macon County Sheriff's Office, Decatur Park Police, other local Departments.

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Locals rallied on Saturday during Back the Blue near Water Street and Mound Road in Decatur. The event showed support of local law enforcement (DPD, Macon County Sheriff's Office, Decatur Park Police, other local Departments.

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Locals rallied on Saturday during Back the Blue near Water Street and Mound Road in Decatur. The event showed support of local law enforcement (DPD, Macon County Sheriff's Office, Decatur Park Police, other local Departments.

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Locals rallied on Saturday during Back the Blue near Water Street and Mound Road in Decatur. The event showed support of local law enforcement (DPD, Macon County Sheriff's Office, Decatur Park Police, other local Departments.

What is the job of a criminal justice coordinator?

The Coordinator provides information about the criminal justice system, individual rights, case status, counseling and social service referrals and compensation through the Office of the Illinois Attorney General.

Why are witnesses important in criminal justice?

Everyone must do their part to help fight crime and effectively prosecute offenders. Victim and witnesses are especially important because their testimony is invaluable for the successful prosecution of criminals.