Illinois HB1231 amends the Criminal Code to define hate crimes and establish penalties.
Illinois HB1231 amends the Criminal Code to define hate crimes as offenses committed due to the victim's actual or perceived characteristics, including race, religion, and sexual orientation. The bill outlines penalties for hate crimes, including fines, community service, and imprisonment. Victims of hate crimes can also seek civil action for damages and injunctions. The bill specifies that hate crimes committed in certain locations, such as schools or religious facilities, carry enhanced penalties.
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