SB1205 amends the Illinois Criminal Code to establish domestic assault as a Class A misdemeanor.

SB1205 amends the Illinois Criminal Code of 2012 by adding a new section defining domestic assault. The bill specifies that a person commits domestic assault when they knowingly engage in conduct that places a family or household member in reasonable apprehension of great bodily harm, permanent disability, or disfigurement. If a defendant is arrested for domestic assault, the court must order them to refrain from contact or communication with the victim and to avoid the victim's residence for at least 72 hours upon release from custody pending trial.

SB1205 amends the Illinois Criminal Code to establish domestic assault as a Class A misdemeanor.

SB1205 amends the Illinois Criminal Code of 2012 by adding a new section defining domestic assault. The bill specifies that a person commits domestic assault when they knowingly engage in conduct that places a family or household member in reasonable apprehension of great bodily harm, permanent disability, or disfigurement. If a defendant is arrested for domestic assault, the court must order them to refrain from contact or communication with the victim and to avoid the victim's residence for at least 72 hours upon release from custody pending trial.