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HB 4228

RESTORES PRE-P.A. 101-652

104th Regular Session Introduced by Tom Weber

Illinois bill restores pre-2019 criminal justice procedures by reversing P.A. 101-652's bail and pretrial detention reforms enacted six years ago.

Referred to Rules Committee
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Bill Summary · HB 4228

Legislative bill overview

HB 4228 seeks to restore provisions that existed prior to the enactment of P.A. 101-652 in Illinois. P.A. 101-652 (passed in 2019) made significant changes to Illinois' criminal justice system, including modifications to bail reform and pretrial detention practices. This bill would essentially reverse or modify key aspects of that law by returning to pre-2020 legal frameworks.

Why is this important

The reversal of P.A. 101-652 could substantially impact pretrial procedures, bail practices, and public safety policies that have been in place for nearly six years. This affects both criminal defendants facing charges and communities' crime prevention strategies, making it a consequential shift in Illinois criminal justice policy with broad implications for the state's court system.

Potential points of contention

  • Public Safety vs. Individual Rights: Restoring pre-P.A. 101-652 provisions may increase pretrial detention rates, raising concerns about due process while potentially addressing public safety concerns that led to the original reforms
  • Bail Reform Legacy: P.A. 101-652 was part of a national bail reform movement; reversing it contradicts trends toward reducing incarceration of defendants unable to afford bail
  • Implementation Challenges: After six years under the current system, courts, law enforcement, and legal practitioners have adapted; reverting could create operational disruption and unclear transition procedures

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

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