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Illinois Anti-Bullying Laws & Policies

What term is used in Illinois anti-bullying laws? 

Bullying.

Do these laws cover cyberbullying?

Yes.

What groups are listed under Illinois state law?

The following groups — actual or perceived — are listed under Illinois state law:

• Race
• Color
• Religion
• Sex
• National origin
• Ancestry
• Age
• Marital status
• Physical or mental disability
• Military status
• Sexual orientation
• Gender-related identity or expression
• Unfavorable discharge from military service
• Association with a person or group with one or more of the aforementioned actual or perceived characteristics
• Any other distinguishing characteristic

Schools that receive federal funding are required by federal law to address discrimination on a number of different personal characteristics.  Find out when bullying may be a civil rights violation.

Is there a state model policy I can use to create anti-bullying policies at my school or district?

Illinois does not have a model policy.

Which of the key components can be found in Illinois anti-bullying laws and policies?

NOTE: Click on the Key Components links to get more information about that component.

What are the Illinois state laws that cover bullying?

• 105 Illinois Compiled Statutes §5/10-20.14 – Student discipline policies
• 105 Illinois Compiled Statutes §5/22-12 – Preventing or interfering with attendance
• 105 Illinois Compiled Statutes §5/27-13.3 – Internet safety education curriculum
• 105 Illinois Compiled Statutes §5/27-23.7 – Bullying prevention

For More Information

See “Bullying” by the Illinois Department of Education.

Information for this page was developed from “Analysis of State Bullying Laws and Policies – December 2011” (U.S. Department of Education).