Illinois HB2401 creates the offense of first responder endangerment, making it a Class 4 felony to knowingly create and conceal dangerous conditions.
Illinois HB2401, also known as the Daniel Capuano Memorial Act, amends the Criminal Code of 2012 by adding a new section that defines and penalizes the offense of first responder endangerment. This offense occurs when an individual knowingly creates a dangerous condition in a commercial property under their management or operational control and intentionally conceals it, leading to the death or serious bodily injury of a first responder in the course of their duties.
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