Ill. Senate Democrats: New Belt Law Ends Traffic Stops for Windshield Obstructions
December 20, 2023
December 20, 2023
SPRINGFIELD, Illinois, Dec. 20 -- The Illinois Senate Democrats issued the following news:
Beginning Jan. 1, a new law from State Senator Christopher Belt will put an end to traffic stops from law enforcement that solely involve minor windshield obstructions.
"This measure is not about hindering officers but about creating an understanding between law enforcement and drivers about what a legitimate reason is to be pulled over," said Belt (D-Swansea). "Wit . . .
Beginning Jan. 1, a new law from State Senator Christopher Belt will put an end to traffic stops from law enforcement that solely involve minor windshield obstructions.
"This measure is not about hindering officers but about creating an understanding between law enforcement and drivers about what a legitimate reason is to be pulled over," said Belt (D-Swansea). "Wit . . .