Bill > HB3206

This bill amends the Illinois Vehicle Code to increase the penalties for fleeing or attempting to elude a peace officer. Specifically, the bill changes the criminal classification for this offense from a Class A misdemeanor to a Class 4 felony for a first or second violation. The law applies to situations where a driver, after being signaled to stop by a peace officer (through visual or audible means like hand signals, voice commands, siren, or red/blue lights), deliberately fails to comply by not stopping, increasing speed, turning off lights, or otherwise attempting to escape. The peace officer must be in uniform and, if in a vehicle, must display illuminated rotating or flashing red or blue lights along with an audible siren to indicate an official police vehicle. By elevating the offense to a felony, the bill aims to create a more serious deterrent for individuals who attempt to evade law enforcement during traffic stops, potentially reflecting a legislative intent to enhance public safety and respect for law enforcement.

https://www.ilga.gov/legislation/BillStatus.asp?DocNum=3206&GAID=18&DocTypeID=HB&SessionID=114&GA=104