SB0909

CRIMINAL LAW-TECH

Introduced·1/24/25
Introduced Text

SB0909 amends the Criminal Code of 2012 to clarify the general purposes of the Code.

SB0909 amends the Criminal Code of 2012 by modifying Section 1-2 to clarify the general purposes of the Code. These purposes include forbidding and preventing offenses, defining offenses and limiting criminal conduct to cases of fault, prescribing proportionate penalties, and preventing arbitrary treatment of accused or convicted individuals. The bill ensures the Code is interpreted in a manner that aligns with these foundational goals.

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Where it stands

Current
Assignments Committee
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Committee decision

Sponsors

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Calendar

Mar 19, 2025

1:30 PM

Executive Committee Hearing

History

Apr 11, 2025

Senate

Rule 3-9(a) / Re-referred to Assignments

Mar 20, 2025

Senate

Second Reading

Mar 20, 2025

Senate

Placed on Calendar Order of 3rd Reading April 1, 2025