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The document summarizes an indictment against former Chicago Police Commander Jon Burge for obstruction of justice and perjury related to allegations that Burge and other officers under his command tortured and physically abused suspects in custody in the 1980s. Specifically, the indictment alleges that Burge lied in written answers to civil lawsuits in 2003 when he denied knowledge of or participation in torture by police officers. If convicted, Burge faces up to 30 years in prison and a $1.5 million fine.

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