IL HR0658

Laquan McDonald, a 17-year-old Chicago resident, was shot 16 times by then-officer Jason Van Dyke on October 20, 2014, and died from his injuries.

Jason Van Dyke was charged with one count of second degree murder and 16 counts of aggravated battery, and found guilty by a jury.

The U.S. Department of Justice Civil Rights Division released a report on January 13, 2017, disclosing incidents and practices by law enforcement that violated the Fourth Amendment.

The General Assembly recognizes a longstanding pattern of trauma and broken trust between communities and law enforcement, and affirms the paramount importance of protecting the right to life for all children in the state.

The House urges the U.S. Department of Justice Civil Rights Division to investigate and charge Jason Van Dyke for his multiple violations of Laquan McDonald's civil rights.