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IL SB4038

Bill

Status

Introduced

2/6/2026

Primary Sponsor

Laura Murphy

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Origin

Senate

104th General Assembly

AI Summary

  • Amends Illinois Criminal Code to make it unlawful to knowingly video record, livestream, or photograph another person inside a State courthouse or courtroom without consent or judicial authorization

  • Unauthorized recording or photographing of a person in a courthouse is a Class 4 felony, elevated to a Class 3 felony if the victim is a crime victim or witness present in court in that capacity

  • Placing a device capable of recording video, transmitting live video, or taking photographs in a courthouse without consent or judicial authorization is a Class A misdemeanor

  • Defines "courthouse" to include any local, county, or State facility where court proceedings are held and court functions occur

  • Expands existing unauthorized video recording laws to include photography in other protected locations such as restrooms, locker rooms, residences, and hotel bedrooms

Legislative Description

UNAUTHORIZE VIDEO-PHOTO-COURT

Last Action

Rule 2-10 Committee Deadline Established As March 27, 2026

3/13/2026

Committee Referrals

Executive3/3/2026
Assignments2/6/2026

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