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IL HB1276

IL HB1276
VEH CD – AGG FLEEING & ELUDING


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Introduced
01/19/2023
In Committee
03/10/2023
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
01/08/2025

Introduced Session

103rd General Assembly

Bill Summary

Amends the Illinois Vehicle Code. Provides that any person convicted of a first offense of aggravated fleeing or attempting to elude a police officer is guilty of a Class 2 felony (instead of a Class 4 felony). Provides that any person convicted of a second or subsequent offense of aggravated fleeing or attempting to elude a police officer is guilty of a Class 1 felony (instead of a Class 3 felony).

AI Summary

This bill amends the Illinois Vehicle Code to increase the penalties for aggravated fleeing or attempting to elude a police officer. Under the bill, a first offense is now a Class 2 felony (instead of a Class 4 felony), and a second or subsequent offense is now a Class 1 felony (instead of a Class 3 felony). The bill also specifies that the driver's license of a person convicted of this offense will be revoked by the Secretary of State. Additionally, the motor vehicle used in the violation is subject to seizure and forfeiture.

Committee Categories

Justice

Sponsors (6)

Last Action

Session Sine Die (on 01/07/2025)

Bill Topics

Law, Crime, and Family Issues
  • ‐ Criminal and Juvenile Delinquent Prosecution, Procedure, and Sentencing
  • ‐ Police, Fire, and Law Enforcement

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