In Illinois a Class 3 Felony is considered a low level felony charge. See the chart below to see where it falls within the Illinois felony classification system.
| Class | Sentencing Range | Extended Term (if eligible) |
|---|---|---|
| Class M | 20-60 years | 60-100 years |
| Class X | 6-30 years | 30-60 years |
| Class 1 | 4-15 years | 15-30 years |
| Class 2 | 3-7 years | 7-14 years |
| Class 3 | 2-5 years | 5-10 years |
| Class 4 | 1-3 years | 3-6 years |
What You Need To Know About A Class 3 Felony Offense In Illinois
A Class 3 Felony is punishable with a minimum term of imprisonment of 2 years up to a maximum of 5 years. See 730 ILCS 5/5-4.5-40.
These offenses are generally probationable.
Extended Term Eligible?
However, a Class 3 Felony charge is potentially eligible for an extended term. If an extended term applies then an individual can be sentenced to a minimum term of imprisonment of 5 years up to a maximum of 10 years.
See the General Illinois Sentencing Index To learn more about extended terms. See also 730 ILCS 5/5-8-2(a), 730 ILCS 5/5-4.5-5, 730 ILCS 5/5-5-3.2(b).
Super Class 3 Felony
In Illinois there are 2 offenses that have “suped-up” minimu and maximum penalties. Lawyers call these super felonies. Below you’ll find the Illinois Super Class 3 Felonies:
| Intimidation (2-10) | 720 ILCS 5/12-6(b) |
| UUW Felon (2-10) | 720 ILCS 5/24-1.1(e) |
10 Examples Of Common Charges That Are A Class 3 Felony
- Involuntary Manslaughter / Reckless Homicide, 720 ILCS 5/9-3
- Forgery, 720 ILCS 5/17-3
- Aggravated Battery, 720 ILCS 5/12-3.05
- Concealment of Homicidal Death, 720 ILCS 5/9-3.4
- Perjury, 720 ILCS 5/32-2
- Aggravated Stalking, 720 ILCS 5/12-7.4
- Aggravated Unlawful Restraint, 720 ILCS 5/10-3.1
- Possession of Less Than 5 Grams of Meth, 720 ILCS 646/60(1)
- Theft Under $500, 720 ILCS /16-1
- Possession of Cannabis (500 to 2,000 grams), 720 ILCS 550/4(e)
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