HB1482

HB1482 revises pretrial detention criteria in Illinois criminal law.

HB1482 amends the Illinois Code of Criminal Procedure to modify the criteria for denying pretrial release. The bill allows courts to deny release if a defendant poses a threat to safety or has a high likelihood of fleeing prosecution. It specifies factors for consideration, including criminal history and the nature of the charged offense. The bill also adjusts the burden of proof for detention hearings from clear and convincing evidence to a preponderance of the evidence. It mandates individualized assessments and prohibits using risk assessment tools as the sole basis for detention.