SB3345

Illinois SB3345 creates the offense of domestic assault, defining it as knowingly engaging in conduct that places a family or household member in.

Illinois SB3345 amends the Criminal Code of 2012 by establishing the offense of domestic assault. It defines domestic assault as knowingly engaging 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 the defendant to refrain from contact or communication with the victim and to avoid the victim's residence for at least 72 consecutive hours upon release from custody pending trial. Domestic assault is classified as a Class A misdemeanor.