First Offender Gun Probation

Illinois lawmakers approved a measure to expand and indefinitely extend a probation program for first-time offenders charged with illegally possessing a gun.Under the new legislation, the age limit would be dropped, the probationary period would be shortened and the program would continue indefinitely. Under the bill, participants in the program would no longer be required to submit to a drug test, or show they’re seeking employment, enrolling in school or performing community service. Courts could still impose those requirements if necessary.Under the legislation, which has to be signed by Democratic Gov. J.B. Pritzker before taking effect, the probationary program would last anywhere from six months to two years, instead of the current 18 months to two years.The gun charges filed against participants who successfully complete the program are then dropped. #criminallawyerschaumburg, #criminallawyersnear me, #criminallawyer, #lawyersinschaumburgIllinois,