Former Illinois House Speaker Michael Madigan files motion for release during appeals process

CHICAGO (WLS) -- Former Illinois House Speaker Michael Madigan is trying to stay out of prison.

On Monday, he filed a motion for release, pending appeal of his conviction.

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Madigan was ordered to report to prison this October to begin serving a seven-and-a-half-year sentence for corruption.

His lawyers argue he should remain free because his appeal could reverse his conviction.

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