HB 6239

Abstract

Amends the Counties Code. Provides that a home rule county may provide for a system of administrative adjudication of violations of certain county ordinances. Provides that administrative adjudication is not the exclusive method to enforce the ordinances. Sets forth the powers and qualifications of hearing officers. Provides for notice and opportunity for a hearing at administrative proceedings. Provides that the rules of evidence do not apply in administrative hearings. Provides for judicial review of administrative decisions. Allows a home rule county to enforce judgments of hearing officers. Provides that existing systems of administrative adjudication shall not be affected. Amends the Illinois Vehicle Code. Provides that a municipality or "county" may provide for a system of administrative adjudication for violations of parking, standing, compliance, and automated traffic laws. Sets forth the requirements for a county ordinance establishing a system of administrative adjudication. Provides that the system of administrative adjudication shall provide for (i) a traffic compliance administrator, (ii) a parking, standing, compliance, or automated traffic law violation notice, (iii) a hearing for the registered owner of a vehicle cited in a violation notice, (iv) a petition to set aside a determination of liability for a violation, and (v) other necessary provisions. Makes other changes.