Illinois Bullying Prevention Law

Summary

Requires schools to create and maintain policies that address bullying, specifically including cyberbullying that originates from off-campus electronic devices.

Rights & Rules

01.
Right to have the school intervene if off-campus cyberbullying disrupts the student's ability to learn.
02.
Right to a policy that includes procedures for anonymous reporting.

Penalties

01.
School districts may face non-recognition status from the state board.
02.
Students may face disciplinary measures including suspension.

Verified Citations

105 ILCS 5/27-23.7

Source

"Cyberbullying means bullying through the use of technology or any electronic communication... and includes the distribution by electronic means of a communication to more than one person."