Reinstates the death penalty in Illinois for specific offenses.

The Capital Crimes Litigation Act of 2025 reinstates the death penalty in Illinois for certain offenses, including murder committed against peace officers, emergency personnel, or correctional employees. It establishes the Capital Litigation Trust Fund to finance capital cases and post-conviction proceedings. The Act outlines procedures for appointing counsel, setting budgets for litigation expenses, and conducting separate sentencing proceedings to determine the existence of aggravating and mitigating factors.

Reinstates the death penalty in Illinois for specific offenses.

The Capital Crimes Litigation Act of 2025 reinstates the death penalty in Illinois for certain offenses, including murder committed against peace officers, emergency personnel, or correctional employees. It establishes the Capital Litigation Trust Fund to finance capital cases and post-conviction proceedings. The Act outlines procedures for appointing counsel, setting budgets for litigation expenses, and conducting separate sentencing proceedings to determine the existence of aggravating and mitigating factors.