Illinois HB4127 amends the Criminal Code to establish penalties for failing to assist someone with a life-threatening injury or great bodily harm.
Illinois HB4127 amends the Criminal Code of 2012 by adding a new section that penalizes individuals who fail to assist others with life-threatening injuries or great bodily harm. A person commits this offense if they reasonably believe another person is suffering such harm and knowingly fails to notify emergency services. If the failure results in death, the offense escalates to a Class X felony. The notification must be made to the nearest law enforcement agency or emergency service provider.
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