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IL SB0639
Bill
Status
Passed
8/25/2017
Primary Sponsor
William Haine
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AI Summary
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Establishes the Evan Rushing Law regarding drug-induced homicide charges under Illinois criminal law.
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Expands drug-induced homicide to include violations of controlled substance laws in other jurisdictions that would constitute violations under Illinois law if committed in the state.
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Classifies drug-induced homicide as a Class X felony with mandatory sentences of 15-30 years imprisonment or extended terms of 30-60 years.
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Applies the same sentencing requirements to both in-state violations of the Illinois Controlled Substances Act and equivalent out-of-state violations that result in death.
Legislative Description
CRIM CD-DRUG INDUCED HOMICIDE
Last Action
Public Act . . . . . . . . . 100-0404
8/25/2017
Committee Referrals
Judiciary - Criminal5/22/2017
Rules5/18/2017
Criminal Law2/1/2017
Assignments1/25/2017
Full Bill Text
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