IL SB0196

Removes the mental state requirement of "knowingly" from the offense of resisting or obstructing a peace officer, firefighter, or correctional institution employee under 720 ILCS 5/31-1.

Establishes a mandatory minimum sentence of 48 consecutive hours of imprisonment or at least 100 hours of community service for any conviction of resisting or obstructing a peace officer, firefighter, or correctional institution employee, with probation ineligible to reduce the sentence.

Upgrades the offense to a Class 4 felony when the violation directly causes an injury to a peace officer, firefighter, or correctional institution employee.

Defines "correctional institution employee" as persons employed to supervise and control inmates in penitentiaries, prisons, jails, and similar facilities, including those awaiting trial or facing probation/parole violations.

Preserves an affirmative defense allowing resistance to firefighters when returning to or remaining in a dwelling or structure to rescue persons.