IL HB3564

Restricts isolated confinement in correctional facilities to a maximum of 10 consecutive days and 10 days within any 180-day period, with exceptions for protective custody cases.

Requires informed, voluntary written consent from incarcerated persons before placement in protective custody, with the right to opt out by written refusal.

Guarantees access to activities including job assignments, education, meals, recreation, medical care, visits, and therapy during time out of cell.

Mandates the Department of Corrections post quarterly reports on isolated confinement usage broken down by age, sex, gender identity, ethnicity, mental illness, and including data on self-harm, suicide, and assault incidents.

Takes effect January 1, 2022, with reporting requirements and disciplinary procedures aligned with the Isolated Confinement Restriction Act.