What is the minimum fine for a first-time violation of Illinois's Scott's Law?
$100
The minimum was raised to deter repeat offenders.
$250
$500
$500 is not the statutory minimum for a first offense.
No fine — only a warning.
Scott's Law carries a mandatory fine, not a warning.
Scott's Law (625 ILCS 5/11-907) is named after Lieutenant Scott Gillen of the Chicago Fire Department, who was killed by a vehicle while aiding at a crash scene. First-time violators face a minimum $250 fine, rising to $750 for second offenses, with mandatory court costs and possible license suspension if injury results.
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