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Introduced
01/24/2025
01/24/2025
In Committee
01/24/2025
01/24/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
104th General Assembly
Bill Summary
Amends the Criminal Code of 2012. Provides that violation of an order of protection is a Class 4 felony if the defendant has any prior conviction violation of a civil no contact order, violation of a stalking no contact order, or any prior conviction under the law of another jurisdiction for an offense that could be charged in the State as violation of a civil no contact order or violation of a stalking no contact order. Provides that violation of a civil no contact order is a Class 4 felony if the defendant has any prior conviction for violation of an order of protection, violation of a civil no contact order, or violation of a stalking no contact order, or any prior conviction under the law of another jurisdiction for an offense that could be charged in the State as a violation of an order of protection, violation of a civil no contact order, or violation of a stalking no contact order. Provides that violation of a stalking no contact order is a Class 4 felony if the defendant has any prior conviction under the Code for a violation of an order of protection, violation of a stalking no contact order, or violation of a civil no contact order, or any prior conviction under the law of another jurisdiction for an offense that could be charged in the State as a violation of an order of protection, violation of a civil no contact order, or violation of a stalking no contact order.
AI Summary
This bill amends the Criminal Code of 2012 to enhance penalties for repeated violations of protective orders. Specifically, the bill changes the legal consequences for violating orders of protection, civil no contact orders, and stalking no contact orders. Under the new provisions, if a defendant has a prior conviction for violating any of these types of orders (either in Illinois or another jurisdiction), subsequent violations will be classified as a Class 4 felony instead of a Class A misdemeanor. This means that repeat offenders will face more serious legal consequences, potentially including longer jail time and more significant criminal records. The bill applies to various types of protective orders, including those related to domestic violence, civil disputes, and stalking, and covers both orders issued within Illinois and those from other states or territories. The goal appears to be strengthening legal protections for individuals seeking safety through court-issued orders by imposing stricter penalties on those who repeatedly violate such orders.
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Referred to Assignments (on 01/24/2025)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
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| State Bill Page | https://www.ilga.gov/legislation/BillStatus.asp?DocNum=266&GAID=18&DocTypeID=SB&SessionID=114&GA=104 |
| BillText | https://www.ilga.gov/legislation/104/SB/10400SB0266.htm |
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