HB4142

CRIM CD-IMPEDE PEACE OFFICER

Introduced·9/29/25
Introduced Text

Illinois HB4142 makes it a Class A misdemeanor to approach a peace officer within 14 feet after a warning, with intent to interfere, threaten, or.

Illinois HB4142 amends the Criminal Code to establish that a peace officer may warn a person not to approach or remain within 14 feet if the officer believes it will interfere with their duties. It is unlawful to knowingly or intentionally violate this warning with intent to interrupt, disrupt, hinder, impede, or interfere with the officer's duties, threaten the officer, or harass the officer. A violation of this provision is a Class A misdemeanor.

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Sponsors

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History

Oct 15, 2025

House

First Reading

Oct 15, 2025

House

Referred to Rules Committee

Oct 14, 2025

House

Added Co-Sponsor Rep. Travis Weaver