SB3442

MOTOR VEH-DEATH-GREAT BOD HARM

Introduced·2/4/26
Introduced Text

SB3442 amends the Illinois Criminal Code to redefine and penalize various forms of aggravated battery and reckless homicide.

SB3442 amends the Illinois Criminal Code to redefine and penalize various forms of aggravated battery and reckless homicide. It specifies that aggravated battery is a Class 2 felony when it involves inflicting great bodily harm or permanent disability on certain individuals, such as those engaged in religious activities or those with severe or profound intellectual disabilities. Reckless homicide is defined as unintentionally causing death while driving recklessly, with specific penalties for cases involving public thoroughfares, construction zones, or violations of traffic laws.

Included in complete analysis

  • Overview
  • Core Provisions
  • Implementation
  • Impact
  • Legal Framework
  • Critical Issues

See what it does, who it affects, and the critical issues in plain language. Free, 30 seconds.

Where it stands

Current
Assignments Committee
Next
Committee decision

Sponsors

D
1
0
Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

History

Feb 4

Senate

Filed with Secretary by Sen. Laura Fine

Feb 4

Senate

First Reading

Feb 4

Senate

Referred to Assignments