A bill allowing a person who must register with a state agency due to a criminal conviction to change their name has advanced out of committee. The measure amends several state statutes preventing Illinoisans from changing their names due to their inclusion on watchlists. State Senator Bill Cunningham says he doesn’t foresee someone abusing the privilege.
State Senator Terri Bryant says once again, victims of crime are getting lost in the shuffle.
Individuals who have not completed the terms of their sentence would be ineligible for a name change.
Story from Illinois Radio Network
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