Illinois SB0019 amends laws to enhance rights and protections for crime victims and parole candidates.
Illinois SB0019 revises the Rights of Crime Victims and Witnesses Act and the Unified Code of Corrections to strengthen protections for crime victims. It mandates that victims be notified of court proceedings, have the right to submit statements, and be heard at parole hearings. The bill also updates the procedures for parole and medical release, including training requirements for the Prisoner Review Board and considerations for parole eligibility. Additionally, it establishes a victim notification system and requires the digitalizing of Department of Corrections records.
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