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SB 289

CRIM CD-DISORDERLY CONDUCT

104th Regular Session Introduced by Steve McClure

SB 289 modifies Illinois disorderly conduct criminal statutes, potentially affecting police enforcement authority and public order protections.

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Bill Summary · SB 289

Legislative bill overview

SB 289 modifies Illinois criminal code provisions related to disorderly conduct offenses. The bill adjusts definitions, penalties, or enforcement mechanisms for conduct classified as disorderly under state law. Specific details about the amendments are not yet publicly available in preliminary filings.

Why is this important

Disorderly conduct laws affect public order enforcement and can impact First Amendment protections, protest activities, and police discretion. Changes to these statutes can broaden or narrow what conduct is criminalized, directly affecting enforcement patterns and civil liberties.

Potential points of contention

  • Scope of "disorderly conduct" definition — Vague language could grant excessive police discretion or potentially chill legitimate speech and assembly
  • Penalty adjustments — Whether penalties are being increased (affecting criminal justice severity) or decreased (affecting enforcement deterrence)
  • First Amendment implications — Risk that broad disorderly conduct laws restrict lawful protest, demonstration, or expressive activity

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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