Reinstates the death penalty in Illinois and establishes the Capital Crimes Litigation Act of 2025.

The Capital Crimes Litigation Act of 2025 reinstates the death penalty in Illinois, specifying criteria for its imposition and the process for capital cases. It establishes the Capital Litigation Trust Fund to finance the prosecution and defense of capital cases and post-conviction proceedings. The Act outlines procedures for appointing trial counsel, setting budgets for litigation expenses, and certifying compensation and expenses. It also details the roles of various legal entities, including the State Appellate Defender, Public Defenders, and State's Attorneys, in capital cases.

Reinstates the death penalty in Illinois and establishes the Capital Crimes Litigation Act of 2025.

The Capital Crimes Litigation Act of 2025 reinstates the death penalty in Illinois, specifying criteria for its imposition and the process for capital cases. It establishes the Capital Litigation Trust Fund to finance the prosecution and defense of capital cases and post-conviction proceedings. The Act outlines procedures for appointing trial counsel, setting budgets for litigation expenses, and certifying compensation and expenses. It also details the roles of various legal entities, including the State Appellate Defender, Public Defenders, and State's Attorneys, in capital cases.