Illinois could amend demonstrations law

Brian Weckerly

April 18, 2024 at 5:09 PM

Stricter penalties may soon happen for protesters who block busy public streets in Illinois.

Rep. Dan Ugaste has proposed legislation to amend the Illinois Public Demonstrations Law. Demonstrators who block streets for more than five minutes or prevent emergency workers from passing could face felony charges. The measure comes after protesters recently cut off traffic near O’Hare International Airport.

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