IL SB1702

Expands civil remedies for eavesdropping to include violations involving "electronic communications" in addition to conversations.

Preserves existing remedies including injunctions, actual damages, punitive damages, and liability for landlords, owners, and common carriers who aid or permit eavesdropping.

Provides immunity from civil liability for parents, step-parents, guardians, and grandparents who monitor electronic communications of minors in their care as part of parental supervision rights.

Protects reporters and news media from civil claims related to eavesdropping during newsgathering, except in cases of willful or wanton misconduct.

Maintains existing immunity for common carriers providing information or assistance pursuant to lawful court orders under Article 108A of the Code of Criminal Procedure.