HB 5803

  • Illinois House Bill
  • 103rd Regular Session
  • Introduced in House
  • House
  • Senate
  • Governor

Stand Your Ground Act

Abstract

Amends the Criminal Code of 2012. Provides that a person who is justified in the use of force, including deadly force, does not have a duty to retreat. Provides that a person who is justified in the use of force, including the use of force that is intended or likely to cause death or great bodily harm, is immune from criminal prosecution and civil action for the use of force justified under these provisions (rather than have an affirmative defense to a criminal prosecution). Defines "criminal prosecution" to include charging or prosecuting the defendant.

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Apr 02, 2024

House

Added Co-Sponsor Rep. Travis Weaver

House

First Reading

House

Referred to Rules Committee

Apr 01, 2024

House

Filed with the Clerk by Rep. John M. Cabello

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