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IL HB5710
Bill
Status
12/3/2014
Primary Sponsor
Emily McAsey
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AI Summary
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Expands factors courts must consider when setting bail, including defendant's history of drug possession/distribution, gang involvement, prior criminal history, and likelihood to flee or commit new crimes.
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Allows State's Attorney to request a source of bail hearing to examine whether bail funds come from legitimate sources or criminal proceeds, with court authority to approve or disapprove the bail.
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Requires courts to impose specific bail conditions for domestic violence offenses and violations of protection orders, including minimum 72-hour no-contact periods with victims and prohibition on entering victim's residence, with option for extended 72-hour periods if court finds continuing danger.
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Establishes confidentiality protections for domestic violence victims' statements to probation officers conducting risk assessments, with exceptions only when necessary to prevent reasonably certain death or substantial bodily harm.
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Requires probation divisions to develop specialized 40-hour training course on domestic violence for probation officers conducting bail risk assessments, with mandatory certification by January 1, 2017.
Legislative Description
CRIM PRO - BAIL RISK
Last Action
Session Sine Die
12/3/2014