HB 3353

Abstract

Amends the Criminal Code of 1961. Provides that a parent of a child under 18 years of age is not criminally liable for the death of that child caused by a spouse, ex-spouse, other parent, person who has or had a dating or engagement relationship, or paramour of the parent who has engaged in a known pattern of domestic violence against the parent or child if the parent did not directly cause or participate in the act that resulted in the death of the child. Provides that the parent is not criminally responsible even if the act or acts of domestic violence are not reported to the State's Attorney or local law enforcement agency.