HB5182 Summary

• Amends Section 110-5 of the Code of Criminal Procedure of 1963 regarding bail determination and conditions of release.

• Requires courts to consider a comprehensive list of factors when setting bail, including nature of offense, use of violence, weapon possession, gang affiliation, victim impact, defendant's criminal history, ties to community, and immigration status.

• Establishes that first-time offenders charged with non-violent offenses must be released on own recognizance unless court makes specific finding that cash bond is necessary to ensure appearance.

• Allows State's Attorney to request source of bail hearings to investigate whether bail funds originate from criminal activity, with court authority to approve or disapprove bail based on findings.

• Adds special provisions for violations of protective orders, including 12 specific factors courts must consider and authority to order electronic surveillance as condition of bail.