SB3124

DUI CAUSING 1 DEATH-4-20 YRS

Introduced·2/2/26
Introduced Text

Illinois SB3124 amends the Illinois Vehicle Code to enhance penalties for aggravated driving under the influence (DUI) involving fatalities or.

Illinois SB3124 strengthens penalties for aggravated DUI, particularly when resulting in fatalities or serious injuries. A third DUI offense becomes a Class 2 felony, with a mandatory minimum of 3 years and a maximum of 14 years in prison if one death occurs, or 6 to 28 years if two or more deaths result. For subsequent offenses, the penalties escalate, with a mandatory minimum of 4 years and a maximum of 20 years for causing one death and great bodily harm to others. The bill also mandates fines and community service for certain violations, especially when children are involved.

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History

Mar 13

Senate

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

Feb 24

Senate

To Criminal Law Clear Compliance

Feb 10

Senate

Assigned to Criminal Law