Where they stand:  Bradley Hauge for Logan County State's Attorney

[March 05, 2020]  State’s Attorneys and their Assistants are public servants and speak for the communities we serve. We fight for those who can’t fight for themselves and we try to bring a small piece of justice to those who have been victimized.

Being a public servant begins with availing the State’s Attorney’s Office to the public so that everyone has access to justice.

I believe in treating everyone with respect and dignity without exception. Both victims and accused deserve to be treated without bias or prejudice. For the judicial system to work, it needs to work equally and consistently for all.

I also believe in being merciful and giving grace when appropriate, yet being unyielding when warranted. I believe in second chances, but not in fourth, fifth, or sixth chances. When rehabilitative efforts have been offered but ignored or rejected, one can expect serious consequences.

I have a passion for this position and throughout my professional career, I have only worked in State’s Attorney’s Offices. With over 10 years of legal experience, I have never worked as a defense attorney, never worked privately in civil law, and never in family law. I began my legal career in Kane County, Illinois working on DUI and domestic violence cases. In December of 2012, I took the position as First Assistant in Logan County.

Since moving to Logan County, I have worked closely with law enforcement, corrections officers, firefighters, and DCFS investigators and caseworkers. I have built outstanding working relationships with everyone involved in the judicial system.

In January of 2019, I was appointed to fill the position as Logan County State’s Attorney. As the head law enforcement officer in the county, my goal is to keep the community safe by holding offenders accountable for their actions. I do my job out of love and hope for the innocent. Victims do not choose to be victims. Only one person chooses where and when to commit a crime, and who will be a victim—that person is the offender. In Logan County, offenders’ choices will have consequences.

I am dedicated to seeking the truth, protecting the innocent and keeping our community safe. That is a mission that should apply to all people, all the time. Holding people accountable for their actions is not the duty of any one person or Office. It is something that we can all participate in. If you see something wrong, say something, speak up, or report it.

If you share the same values and goals I do, I humbly ask for your support and vote.

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