Bill > HB2405

This bill amends the Juvenile Court Act of 1987 to establish new procedures for handling juvenile firearm offenses. Specifically, if a minor has previously been placed on probation for a firearm-related offense that did not cause injury and is subsequently convicted of another similar offense, the court must require the minor to participate in social service programs through juvenile probation and comply with referral recommendations for at least 3 months. If the minor fails to complete these recommended services, the court will commit the minor to the Department of Juvenile Justice to complete the services. Additionally, the bill mandates that a minor convicted of a subsequent firearm offense involving serious injury, great bodily harm, or death must be committed to the Department of Juvenile Justice, which will provide comprehensive services including education, mental health support, drug treatment, and mentoring. The goal of these provisions is to provide structured intervention and support for juveniles who repeatedly engage in firearm-related offenses, with the aim of preventing future criminal behavior and supporting rehabilitation.

https://www.ilga.gov/legislation/BillStatus.asp?DocNum=2405&GAID=18&DocTypeID=HB&SessionID=114&GA=104