IL HB4428

Circuit clerks must send at least 2 text message reminders to defendants charged with Criminal Code or Vehicle Code violations before each court appearance, with one reminder sent the day before

Final text reminders for hearings that allow virtual attendance must include the link to the virtual court appearance

Circuit clerks must maintain copies of message content and delivery receipts as part of official records

Law enforcement must collect phone numbers from arrested individuals during booking to enable the text reminder system

The requirement does not apply when clerks lack defendant contact information, though clerks must make reasonable efforts to obtain it through coordination with law enforcement and courts