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HB 5248·IL·house

CRIM CD-ENDANGERING CHILD

In CommitteeFiled Feb 5, 2026
Sponsor: Harry Benton
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Referred to Rules Committee

Feb 10, 2026

Summary

The bill makes it illegal to knowingly leave an under‑18 child unattended, defining ‘unattended’ as not being with a mature person 14 years or older. Penalties range from a Class A misdemeanor to a Class 3 felony, especially if the child’s death is caused. Courts may consider factors like the child’s age, special needs, and supervision circumstances.

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