Judge Orders Joliet Man Held in Detention
MyShawn Robinson is being held at Will County Jail following his arrest for violating an order of protection.
Updated on Oct. 16, 2026 in Law Enforcement
A Will County judge has ordered 33-year-old MyShawn Robinson to remain in detention following his recent arrest by Joliet police. Prosecutors argued that Robinson poses a danger to the community, citing his history of alleged abuse.
Why it matters
The court utilized the dangerousness standard under the SAFE-T-Act to deny pretrial release, concluding that no conditions could sufficiently protect the victims. This decision addresses concerns regarding the defendant's pattern of harassing and harming those under his protection order.
Judge Ray McSteen ordered the defendant to be detained under the state's dangerousness standard. This follows the defendant's arrest for violating a protection order and alleged possession of ammunition.
The players
MyShawn Robinson
The 33-year-old defendant has been arrested and held in detention following charges of violating an order of protection.
Ray McSteen
The Will County judge presided over the detention hearing and ordered the defendant held in custody.
Will County State's Attorney's Office
The office filed the petition to deny pretrial release for the defendant citing safety concerns.
The details
Joliet police apprehended the defendant inside St. Patrick's Cemetery on October 10. The case involves allegations that the defendant previously struck his father in the face and threw a coffee table at him.
Timeline
Robinson pleaded guilty to criminal trespass to residence in 2022.
A valid order of protection was served on the defendant on July 11, 2025.
Police arrested the defendant inside St. Patrick's Cemetery on October 10, 2026.
Legal Context
The application of the dangerousness standard follows the implementation of the Illinois SAFE-T-Act. This legislation mandates specific criteria for judges to evaluate when determining whether a defendant poses a threat that necessitates pretrial incarceration.
The court's decision ensures that the accused remains in custody at the Will County Jail pending further proceedings. This action serves to enforce safety protocols established by existing protection orders for local residents.
The takeaway
Courts continue to utilize specific dangerousness standards to manage cases involving repeated violations of protection orders. Residents are encouraged to report any potential breaches of such orders to local law enforcement to ensure continued protection.
Further reading
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Source note: This article includes information reported by Patch.
