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SB 382

CRIMINAL LAW-TECH

104th Regular Session Introduced by Don Harmon

Illinois SB 382 advances criminal law provisions addressing technology-related offenses through committee approval toward final legislative consideration.

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Bill Summary · SB 382

Legislative bill overview

SB 382 addresses criminal law issues related to technology in Illinois. The bill has advanced through initial legislative stages with favorable committee review (11-0 vote) and is currently in the assignment process after being re-referred. While specific language details are not provided in the available legislative history, the bill's title suggests it targets criminal conduct involving technological means or digital platforms.

Why is this important

Technology-related criminal law is an evolving policy area affecting digital fraud, cybercrime, online harassment, and data theft—crimes that increasingly impact Illinois residents and businesses. Clear statutory frameworks help law enforcement effectively investigate and prosecute tech-enabled crimes while protecting civil liberties and defining criminal conduct with precision.

Potential points of contention

  • Definition scope: How broadly or narrowly are technology-related crimes defined, and could overly broad language inadvertently criminalize legitimate tech use or cybersecurity research?
  • First Amendment concerns: Any provisions regulating online speech or digital communications could face constitutional challenges regarding free expression protections.
  • Prosecution capacity: Whether Illinois law enforcement agencies have adequate training and resources to investigate and prosecute technology crimes as defined in the statute.

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

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