IL SB2520

Expands grounds for court appointment of special prosecutors to include situations where the State's Attorney has an actual conflict of interest in a cause, proceeding, or other matter arising under the State's Attorney's duties.

Allows the court, an interested person, or the State's Attorney to file a petition alleging conflict of interest, which the court must consider and may hold a hearing to determine if sufficient facts and evidence support the conflict claim.

Requires courts to first contact public agencies including the Office of Attorney General and other State's Attorneys' offices to determine if a public prosecutor is available to serve as special prosecutor at no cost to the county before appointing a private attorney.

Mandates that special prosecutor authority be construed strictly and narrowly by courts, with any expansion requiring prior notice to the county and consideration of financial impact.

Requires counties to receive detailed invoices describing all activities performed and time spent before signing orders to pay special prosecutor attorney's fees or litigation expenses.