No more loopholes for squatters: Bill allowing police to treat them as trespassers heads to governor’s desk – WCIA (Champaign)

If signed into law, anyone living in a house, apartment, or on land without permission from the owner will be treated as a trespasser. This would give police the right to forcefully remove them from the property without a drawn-out court process.
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Call my shrink
1 year ago

Just shoot the squatters
Castle Doctrine Definition:
Illinois’ Castle Doctrine grants individuals the right to use force, including deadly force, to defend their homes from intruders.

Lawrence
1 year ago

Don’t punish lawbreakers—let law-abiding citizens bear the costs of damage instead. This law is mere window dressing by the Democratic Party. Police struggle to solve even violent crimes; what chance do they have against squatters? This measure was passed to boost poll numbers, but it’s unlikely to lead to real action.

Reese
1 year ago

CWB Chicago reported on a couple that did their own research to catch the burglar who invaded their home. Neighbors helped them and they found good camera footage of the thieves and eventually an arrest was made. I’m not saying Chicago police don’t care–maybe they are overwhelmed and understaffed… . All I know is if you are a robbery victim, a hit-and-run victim, or a victim of squatters or a sex offender, nobody is going to care except you. Dealing with squatters is like a hit and run. They damage your home and cost you thousands in legal fees and… Read more »

Reese
1 year ago

Noticed that Rep. Ford made it clear that he didn’t want squatters harmed. Don’t worry. Squatters and other criminals are treated very well in Chicago. Squatters can ruin a property and assault homeowners with no consequences. The squatters I dealt with years ago were drug dealers and thieves who had committed crimes across three states–IL, KY, and TN. I did my own research–Chicago police can’t/won’t help you. Thank you to Tennessee law enforcement for sending one of the squatters to prison for drug trafficking.

Reese
1 year ago

Finally something is being done. Hope this works.
Squatters are from hell.

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