Illinois SB 1655: JUV CT-FITNESS TO STAND TRIAL
Status: Rule 3-9(a) / Re-referred to Assignments (as of 2025-04-11)
State: Illinois · Session: 104th · Bill: SB 1655
Sponsors: Lakesia Collins, Graciela Guzmán, Laura Fine, Mark L. Walker, Rachel Ventura
Bill Text
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