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Illinois Senate Bans Cannabis Odor as Search Justification
4/14/2025
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- The Illinois Senate has taken a significant step by passing S.B. 42, a bill championed by State Sen. Rachel Ventura. This legislation eliminates the use of cannabis odor as the sole justification for police vehicle searches, ensuring clearer law enforcement protocols and safeguarding adults from unwarranted stops, while still mandating secure storage of cannabis.
