Illinois Senate Resolution SR0503 encourages the State Court of Claims to halt Certificate of Innocence payouts until June 30, 2026.
Illinois Senate Resolution SR0503 addresses the process for Certificate of Innocence payouts, managed by the Illinois State Court of Claims under 705 ILCS 505. The resolution notes ongoing legislative efforts to align these awards with federally recommended minimum standards. Despite general agreement on the need for changes, specific statutory language remains unresolved. Therefore, the resolution urges the State Court of Claims to pause payouts upon request from awardees and their attorneys until the legislature finalizes the necessary statutory language by June 30, 2026.
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