Illinois SB3526 amends the Juvenile Court Act to establish procedures for determining a minor's fitness to stand trial.
Illinois SB3526 amends the Juvenile Court Act of 1987 by adding a new Part 5A concerning Fitness to Stand Trial. The bill sets forth procedures for raising the issue of a minor's fitness, the burden of proof, and presumptions. It mandates fitness evaluations by qualified experts and outlines the court's role in determining fitness. If a minor is found unfit, the court may order services to attain fitness, with specific timelines and conditions. The bill also addresses in-court assistance, periodic hearings, and sentencing guidelines for minors who attain fitness.
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