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FIRST DEFENSE LEGAL AID

CHICAGO, IL
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www.first-defense.org/about/

    • Mission

    We work to promote fairness and accountability in the justice system.

    About Us

    First Defense Legal Aid provides free, 24-hour legal representation to people in Chicago Police custody and educates Chicagoans about how to protect their constitutional rights. We undertake these activities to promote fairness and accountability in the justice system.

    Cause Areas Include

    • Community Development
    • Crime & Safety
    • Human Rights & Civil Liberties
    • Legal Assistance
    • Policy

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