FAIL
Risk 2 (Medium)
LEGAL PREP CHARTER ACADEMY Fails Health Inspection - Chicago School
September 16, 2026
Canvass
License #3128641
4
Total Violations
3
Critical
1
Minor
Inspection Summary
This school was inspected by the Chicago Department of Public Health on September 16, 2026. The inspection type was "Canvass" and resulted in a Fail outcome.
This establishment is classified as Risk 2 (Medium), which determines the inspection frequency and focus areas.
The inspector documented 4 violations during this inspection, including 3 critical violations that required immediate attention.
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
4
Violation #2
CRITICAL
Violation Details
CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE - Comments: OBSERVED NO CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON SITE WITH VALID ORIGINAL CERTIFICATE WHILE SERVING TCS FOODS (BLACK BEANS, BEEF, SOUR CREAM, MILK). INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN AS REQUIRED. PRIRIOTY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. #7-38-012. NO CITATION ISSUED.
Why This Matters
Lack of certification indicates potential gaps in food safety knowledge, increasing risk of improper food handling and foodborne illness.
Food Code Requirement
Valid City of Chicago Food Service Sanitation Certificate required and must be posted.
Specific Requirements
Certificate must be: Current and valid; Posted conspicuously in public view; Held by person in charge during all operating hours; Renewed before expiration date.
CDPH Food Code: Section 2-102.11
Violation #23
CRITICAL
Violation Details
PROPER DATE MARKING AND DISPOSITION - Comments: OBSERVED APPROXIMATELY 4 LBS COOKED RICE AND 3 LBS NACHO CHEESE STORED INSIDE 2 DOOR COOLER DURING TIME OF INSPECTION WITH IMPROPER LABELS. INSTRUCTED TO RROVIDE DISCARD DATE LABELS FOR 7 DAYS FOR ALL TCS FOODS STORED FOR MORE THAN 24 HOURS. MUST MAINTAIN.PIC VOLUNTARILY DISCARDED AND DENATURED AT THIS TIME.PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. #7-38-005. NO CITATION ISSUED.
Why This Matters
Inadequate reheating fails to kill bacteria that grew during storage.
Food Code Requirement
Foods must be reheated to 165°F within 2 hours.
Specific Requirements
Reheat to 165°F within 2 hours; Use proper equipment (not hot holding units); Discard if not reaching temperature in time.
CDPH Food Code: Section 3-403.11
Violation #38
CRITICAL
Violation Details
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: OBSERVED APPROXIMATELT 15 SMALL BLACK LIVE FLIES ON PREP TABLE SURFACES, FLYING NEAR 3 COMPARTMENT SINK AND OFFICE SPACE CONNECTED TO PREP AREA.INSTRUCTED TO CONTACT PEST CONTROL FOR SERVICE. MUST ELIMINATE FLY ACTIVITY ON PREMISE. PRIRORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. 7-38-020 (A). NO CITATION ISSUED.
Why This Matters
Pests spread numerous diseases through contamination.
Food Code Requirement
No pests or animals allowed in facility.
Specific Requirements
No evidence of pests; No live animals except service animals; Effective pest control program.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-501.111
Violation #38
CRITICAL
Violation Details
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: OBSERVED APPROXIMATELT 15 SMALL BLACK LIVE FLIES ON PREP TABLE SURFACES, FLYING NEAR 3 COMPARTMENT SINK AND OFFICE SPACE CONNECTED TO PREP AREA.INSTRUCTED TO CONTACT PEST CONTROL FOR SERVICE. MUST ELIMINATE FLY ACTIVITY ON PREMISE. PRIRORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. 7-38-020 (A). NO CITATION ISSUED.
Why This Matters
Pests spread numerous diseases through contamination.
Food Code Requirement
No pests or animals allowed in facility.
Specific Requirements
No evidence of pests; No live animals except service animals; Effective pest control program.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-501.111
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
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