Amends the Unified Code of Corrections. Provides that the grounds accorded weight in favor of withholding or minimizing a sentence of imprisonment include that the defendant is pregnant or is the parent of a child or infant whose well-being will be negatively affected by the parent's absence. Provides that circumstances to be considered in assessing this factor in mitigation include: (1) the likelihood that the child will be adjudged a dependent minor and declared a ward of the court under the Juvenile Court Act of 1987; and (2) the best interest of the child.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 730 ILCS 5/5
Engrossed: 730 ILCS 5/5
Enrolled: 730 ILCS 5/5
Public Act: 730 ILCS 5/5