SB 2143

Abstract

Amends the Illinois Marriage and Dissolution of Marriage Act. Requires 3 hours of domestic violence training for: a guardian ad litem in a custody proceeding; a professional from whom the court seeks advice; and an evaluator in a proceeding for custody, visitation, or removal of a child from Illinois. Provides that the training in domestic violence and its effects shall be provided by a State-certified local domestic violence shelter or domestic violence counselor. Provides that after completion of the training, the participant shall file a training certificate with the clerk of the court. Effective immediately.