HB5720 Summary

• Requires court clerks to report convictions for violations of the Illinois Controlled Substances Act, Cannabis Control Act, or Methamphetamine Control and Community Protection Act to the Secretary of State within 5 days.

• Authorizes the Secretary of State to suspend a driver's license for 6 months upon conviction or court supervision disposition for drug-related violations, or for 1 year for a second or subsequent violation within 5 years.

• Excludes drug possession convictions that also meet the criteria of paragraph 28 (which addresses illegal drug possession while operating a motor vehicle) from the new suspension requirements in paragraphs 46 and 47.

• Applies to individuals adjudicated under the Juvenile Court Act of 1987 for drug-related offenses, with suspensions lasting until the person reaches age 18.

• Effective July 1, 2010.