Many defendants charged with misdemeanors or non-violent felonies spend excessive time in jail – often more time than if they were convicted – awaiting these mental health evaluations.
Author Archives: Josh McGhee
Staff reporter Josh McGhee covers the intersection of criminal justice and mental health with an emphasis on public records and data reporting. He previously reported for Injustice Watch, the Chicago Reporter, DNAinfo Chicago and WVON covering criminal justice, courts, policing, race, inequality and politics. He lives on the South Side of Chicago with his wife and son.
