A proposed amendment to Illinois’ SAFE-T Act would expand the number of and types of crimes that could keep people in jail as they await trial, addressing some of the biggest criticisms surrounding the bill just before it is set to take effect.
If the judge makes any of those determinations, then the defendant may be held in jail prior to trial.
But the latest proposal adds offenses to the so-called detention net — crimes that qualify a suspect for detention. Additions include offenses that require jail or prison time, and not probation; all forcible felonies; hate crimes, animal torture and DUI causing great bodily harm. Judges may also choose to release such suspects.
In addition, officers will be required to issue a citation for trespassing unless the officer reasonably believes the person poses a threat, or the person has an obvious mental or medical health issue and poses a danger to himself or to others. If an officer issues the citation and the trespassing continues, then the person could be arrested.
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