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)
Samuel Partida, Jr. is now prosecuting criminal law cases in an Illinois county near you. He is, therefore, unavailable to answer questions on this site. Always remember, there is no substitute for steady, persistent attention to the cases.
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