IL HB3711

Expands hate crime definition to include intimidation, stalking, cyberstalking, and transmission of obscene messages as predicate offenses.

Increases penalties to Class 3 felony for first offense (instead of Class 4) when hate crime occurs at religious buildings, cemeteries, schools, public parks, ethnic/religious community centers, or within 1,000 feet of these locations.

Requires courts to impose restitution or up to $1,000 fine, mandate minimum 200 hours of community service, and require educational programs discouraging hate crimes for offenders causing damage to religious fixtures.

Expands civil liability to include victims of intimidation, stalking, cyberstalking, disorderly conduct, and harassment, allowing courts to award actual damages, punitive damages, and civil penalties up to $25,000.

Authorizes Attorney General to bring civil actions for injunctive relief and civil penalties up to $25,000 after consulting with local State's Attorney.