HB1825

CRIM-ACCOUNTABILITY-AGGRESSOR

Introduced·1/28/25
Introduced Text

Illinois HB1825 amends the Criminal Code to establish legal accountability for an aggressor who causes another to use force in self-defense.

Illinois HB1825 amends the Criminal Code of 2012 to clarify that a person is legally accountable for the conduct of another when acting as an aggressor, causing another to use force in defense of themselves or another, and that use of force results in injury to a third party. This provision aims to ensure that those who instigate violent situations bear responsibility for the consequences of their actions.

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Where it stands

Current
Rules Committee
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Committee decision

Sponsors

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Calendar

Mar 20, 2025

2:00 PM

Judiciary - Criminal Committee Hearing

Mar 18, 2025

2:00 PM

Judiciary - Criminal Committee Hearing

History

Mar 21, 2025

House

Rule 19(a) / Re-referred to Rules Committee

Feb 25, 2025

House

Assigned to Judiciary - Criminal Committee

Jan 28, 2025

House

Filed with the Clerk by Rep. Jay Hoffman