Bill > SB3140

This bill amends the Criminal Code of 2012 to increase the penalties for violating an order of protection, which is a court order designed to protect individuals from harm or harassment. Specifically, the bill changes the classification of this offense from a Class 4 felony to a Class 3 felony for repeat offenders or those with prior convictions for serious violent crimes against family or household members, and for first-time offenders, it elevates the offense from a misdemeanor to a Class 4 felony. The bill also mandates a minimum of 24 hours of imprisonment for a second or subsequent violation of an order of protection, unless the court finds a harsher penalty would be unjust, and allows for fines and restitution to the victim. The Illinois Domestic Violence Act of 1986 (IDVA) is referenced as it outlines the types of remedies available in orders of protection and defines "protected parties" and "family or household members." The bill takes effect immediately upon becoming law.

https://www.ilga.gov/Legislation/BillStatus?DocNum=3140&GAID=18&DocTypeID=SB&SessionID=114&GA=104