Bill > HB1208

This bill amends the Code of Criminal Procedure of 1963 to modify the rules for revoking a defendant's pretrial release. Under the new provisions, if a defendant has been previously granted pretrial release for any offense, their release shall be automatically revoked if they are charged with any new offense alleged to have occurred during their pretrial release, regardless of the offense's classification. This is a change from the previous law, which only allowed revocation for felonies or Class A misdemeanors. The bill mandates that revocation can occur after a court hearing, either on the court's own motion or upon a verified petition by the State. The bill also outlines specific procedures for the revocation hearing, including the requirement that the defendant be represented by counsel, have an opportunity to be heard, and that the State must prove by clear and convincing evidence that no conditions of release would ensure the defendant's court appearance or prevent future criminal charges. Additionally, the bill provides for potential sanctions if revocation is not deemed necessary, such as verbal admonishment, short-term imprisonment, or modification of pretrial release conditions.

https://www.ilga.gov/legislation/BillStatus.asp?DocNum=1208&GAID=18&DocTypeID=HB&SessionID=114&GA=104