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Introduced
02/06/2025
02/06/2025
In Committee
05/01/2025
05/01/2025
Crossed Over
04/09/2025
04/09/2025
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
Potential new amendment
104th General Assembly
Bill Summary
Amends the Unified Code of Corrections. In provisions concerning the First Time Weapon Offense Program, provides that, upon the successful completion of the Program, a defendant may submit an application for a Firearm Owner's Identification Card upon receiving a court order demonstrating completion of the Program. Provides that the Illinois State Police shall issue a Firearm Owner's Identification Card to such person upon receiving a court order demonstrating completion of the Program if the person is otherwise eligible to receive a Firearm Owner's Identification Card. Provides that nothing in the provisions concerning the First Time Weapon Offense Program shall prohibit the Illinois State Police from denying an application for or revoking a Firearm Owner's Identification Card as provided by law. Adds provisions concerning unlawful possession of weapons offense diversion programs and a defendant's Firearm Owner's Identification Card eligibility. Provides that a State's Attorney, at his or her discretion, may request that a defendant charged with an unlawful possession of weapons offense or aggravated unlawful possession of a weapon offense, if punishable as a Class 4 felony or lower, be sentenced to a First Time Weapon Offense Program.
AI Summary
This bill amends the Unified Code of Corrections to establish a First Time Weapon Offense Program designed to provide alternative sentencing for first-time, non-violent offenders charged with certain weapons possession offenses. The program allows courts, with consent from the defendant and State's Attorney, to sentence eligible individuals charged with unlawful possession of weapons (classified as Class 4 felony or lower) to a diversionary program lasting between 6 and 24 months. Participants must meet specific eligibility criteria, including no prior violent offense convictions and no existing orders of protection. The program aims to promote public safety, reduce recidivism, and support rehabilitation by considering factors like the defendant's age, circumstances, trauma history, and potential for community reintegration. Upon successful program completion, participants may apply for a Firearm Owner's Identification (FOID) Card, with the Illinois State Police retaining the discretion to approve or deny the application based on existing legal standards. The bill recognizes that some individuals, particularly in high-crime or impoverished areas, may benefit more from rehabilitation and community-focused intervention than traditional incarceration, and provides a structured pathway for potential redemption and responsible firearm ownership.
Committee Categories
Government Affairs, Justice
Sponsors (5)
Elgie Sims (D)*,
Justin Slaughter (D)*,
Christopher Belt (D),
Lakesia Collins (D),
Mattie Hunter (D),
Last Action
House Committee Amendment No. 1 Motion To Concur Recommended Do Adopt Executive; 012-000-000 (on 05/28/2025)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.ilga.gov/legislation/BillStatus.asp?DocNum=1899&GAID=18&DocTypeID=SB&SessionID=114&GA=104 |
| House Amendment 001 | https://www.ilga.gov/legislation/104/SB/10400SB1899ham001.htm |
| BillText | https://www.ilga.gov/legislation/104/SB/10400SB1899eng.htm |
| Senate Amendment 002 | https://www.ilga.gov/legislation/104/SB/10400SB1899sam002.htm |
| Senate Amendment 001 | https://www.ilga.gov/legislation/104/SB/10400SB1899sam001.htm |
| BillText | https://www.ilga.gov/legislation/104/SB/10400SB1899.htm |
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