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SB 1197

CRIM CD-RESIST PEACE OFFICER

104th Regular Session Introduced by Andrew Chesney

SB 1197 modifies Illinois criminal law governing resistance to peace officers, affecting arrest authority and citizen protections during police encounters.

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Bill Summary · SB 1197

Legislative bill overview

SB 1197 appears to modify Illinois criminal code provisions related to resisting or obstructing a peace officer. Based on the bill title "CRIM CD-RESIST PEACE OFFICER," it likely addresses statutory language, penalties, or definitions surrounding resistance to law enforcement. The bill was recently introduced and referred to committee assignments, so specific provisions are not yet publicly detailed.

Why is this important

Laws governing resistance to police establish the legal boundaries between lawful citizen behavior and criminal conduct during police encounters. Changes to these statutes can significantly affect both police authority and citizen protections, influencing arrest procedures, use of force justifications, and criminal charges filed in routine interactions with law enforcement.

Potential points of contention

  • Scope of "resistance" definition — Whether the bill broadens or narrows what conduct constitutes illegal resistance, potentially affecting passive non-compliance versus active obstruction
  • Penalty severity — Disagreement over whether penalties are proportionate, with law enforcement typically favoring stronger deterrents and civil liberties advocates opposing excessive charges
  • Officer liability protections — Questions about whether language shields officers from accountability or appropriately balances enforcement authority with constitutional protections

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

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