Illinois HB0073 amends the Criminal Code to classify taking a body camera from a peace officer as obstructing justice.

Illinois HB0073 amends the Criminal Code to classify taking a body camera from a peace officer as obstructing justice. The bill specifies that obstructing justice is a Class 4 felony, but escalates to a Class 2 felony if done with intent to prevent apprehension or obstruct prosecution or defense. If the act results in great bodily harm to the officer or another person, it becomes a Class 1 felony. The bill also addresses other forms of obstructing justice, such as destroying evidence or inducing a witness to leave the state.

Illinois HB0073 amends the Criminal Code to classify taking a body camera from a peace officer as obstructing justice.

Illinois HB0073 amends the Criminal Code to classify taking a body camera from a peace officer as obstructing justice. The bill specifies that obstructing justice is a Class 4 felony, but escalates to a Class 2 felony if done with intent to prevent apprehension or obstruct prosecution or defense. If the act results in great bodily harm to the officer or another person, it becomes a Class 1 felony. The bill also addresses other forms of obstructing justice, such as destroying evidence or inducing a witness to leave the state.