IL HB3140

Prohibits solitary confinement of juveniles under age 21 (in state facilities) and under age 18 (in county facilities) except as temporary response to behavior posing serious and immediate risk of physical harm.

Limits administrative holds to 3 business days for transfers and 7 calendar days for court appearances or medical treatment, with juveniles maintaining access to programs and services.

Requires staff to attempt less restrictive options before room confinement and mandates release within 24 hours maximum (3 hours if risk to others, 30 minutes if self-harm risk only).

Requires facilities to transfer juveniles to alternative locations or refer to crisis services if dangerous behavior continues after maximum confinement periods expire.

Mandates monthly reporting to an independent ombudsperson documenting each confinement incident including juvenile demographics, reason for confinement, duration, and staff involved.