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IL HB6083
Bill
Status
3/19/2010
Primary Sponsor
Louis Lang
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AI Summary
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Establishes the "Laser Speed Detection Device Act" to regulate admissibility of laser speed detection evidence in Illinois courts and administrative proceedings.
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Declares that speed detection devices using laser timing technology, if approved by the Department of State Police, are scientifically acceptable and reliable for court use.
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Makes laser speed detection evidence admissible in all court and administrative proceedings, subject to standard evidence rules and foundation requirements.
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Establishes that a certified copy of the Department of State Police's approved laser device models list is self-authenticating and admissible in all proceedings.
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Specifies that laser technology for speed detection shall not be considered new or novel evidence.
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Takes effect upon becoming law.
Legislative Description
CIV PRO-EVID-LASER SPEED GUN
Last Action
Rule 3-9(a) / Re-referred to Assignments
4/23/2010