About William Cousins
Lived 1927 – 2018 (aged 90). William Cousins was an American politician.
Judicial career
He then served as an Illinois Circuit Court judge from 1976 to 1992. In 1979, he ruled the death penalty was unconstitutional. In 1992, he was elected to the Illinois Appellate Court and served until 2002.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was William Cousins?
American politician (1927-2018)
When was William Cousins born?
William Cousins was born on 29 October 1927 in Swiftown.
When did William Cousins die?
William Cousins died on 22 January 2018 in Chicago.
What was William Cousins's occupation?
William Cousins was a politician.
What nationality was William Cousins?
William Cousins was American.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: William Cousins (judge)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). William Cousins. https://biography.guide/william-cousins/
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