7/13/10-Gov. Pat Quinn signed a bill into law that addresses concerns about “super speeders.” It takes effect Jan. 1.
Previously SB3796, the new law makes it a Class B misdemeanor to speed 30 to 39 mph above the limit. Punishment could include six months in jail and a $1,500 fine. It also prohibits judges from issuing court supervision to anyone found guilty of driving at least 40 mph in excess of the speed limit. Exceeding the speed limit by 40 mph could result in a year in jail and a $2,500 fine.

5/24/10-The General Assembly has approved a bill that addresses concerns about “super speeders.” It has moved to Gov. Pat Quinn’s desk.
SB3796 would make it a Class B misdemeanor to speed 30 to 39 mph above the limit. Punishment could include six months in jail and a $1,500 fine. It would also prohibit judges from issuing court supervision to anyone found guilty of driving at least 40 mph in excess of the speed limit. Exceeding the speed limit by 40 mph could result in a year in jail and a $2,500 fine.
For bill status, call 217-782-9778.

4/22/10-The House Vehicles and Safety Committee unanimously approved a bill Wednesday, April 21, that would make it a Class B misdemeanor to speed 30 to 39 mph above the limit.
SB3796 would also prohibit judges from issuing court supervision to anyone found guilty of driving at least 40 mph in excess of the speed limit.
The bill has been forwarded to the House floor for consideration. If approved there, it would advance to Gov. Pat Quinn’s desk. The Senate has already approved it.
For bill status, call 217-782-9778.

4/13/10-The Senate unanimously approved a bill that would toughen the punishment for excessive speeding. It now moves to the House.
SB3796 would prohibit judges from issuing court supervision to anyone found guilty of driving at least 40 mph in excess of the speed limit.
The bill has advanced to the House Rules Committee. A similar House bill – HB6463 – is in the Senate Assignments Committee.
For bill status, call 217-782-9778.