People v. Matute, 2020 IL App (2d) 170786 (February). Episode 757 (Duration 8:05)
Defendant’s chose to not make a sentence in allocution cannot be used against him at sentencing.
Read moreBy Samuel Partida, Jr.
People v. Matute, 2020 IL App (2d) 170786 (February). Episode 757 (Duration 8:05)
Defendant’s chose to not make a sentence in allocution cannot be used against him at sentencing.
Read moreBy Samuel Partida, Jr.
In Illinois the lowest level felony offense is a Class 4 Felony. See the chart below to see where it falls within the Illinois felony classification system.
[Read more…]By Samuel Partida, Jr.
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 |
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.
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).
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) |
By Samuel Partida, Jr.
A Class 2 Felony in Illinois is considered a “mid level” felony. There are more serious charges, and also some less serious classifications.
A person could find themselves vulnerable to a lot of years or it could be treated like a lower class crime. See the chart below to see where an Illinois Class 2 Felony falls within the 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 |
A Class 2 Felony is punishable with a minimum term of imprisonment of 3 years up to a maximum of 7 years. See 730 ILCS 5/5-4.5-35.
Class 2 Felonies are generally probationable. However, any individual with a criminal history is vulnerable to special sentencing conditions. For instance the Illinois “Mandatory X Law” will treat some Class 2’s like a Class X elevating the sentencing range and making it non probationalbe.
See the General Illinois Sentencing Index to learn more about other applicable enhancements.
Any Class 2 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 7 years up to a maximum of 14 years.
See also 730 ILCS 5/5-8-2(a), 730 ILCS 5/5-4.5-5, 730 ILCS 5/5-5-3.2(b).
There are some special Class 2 Felony charges that have their own “suped-up” minimum and maximum penalties.
Below you’ll find a list of Super Class 2 Felonies in Illinois with their corresponding sentencing range:
Reckless Homicide School Zone (3-14) | 720 ILCS 5/9-3(e-2) |
Reckless Homicide School Zone 2+ Victims (6-28) | 720 ILCS 5/9-3(e-3) |
Reckless Homicide Construction Zone (3-14) | 720 ILCS 5/9-3(e-7), (e-12), (e-14) |
Reckless Homicide Construction Zone 2+ (6-28) | 720 ILCS 5/9-3(e-8), (e-12), (e-14) |
Involuntary Manslaughter of Family Member (3-14) | 720 ILCS 5/9-3(f) |
Aggravated DUI Death (3-14) | 625 ILCS 5/11-501(d)(2)(G) |
Aggravated DUI 2+ Deaths (6-28) | 625 ILCS 5/11-501(d)(2)(G) |
UUW Felon Second Conviction (3-14) | 720 ILCS 5/24-1.1(e) |
UUW Felon Forcible Felony, Gun Felony or Class 2 + (3-14) | 720 ILCS 5/24-1.1(e) |
UUW Felon on Parole (3-14) | 720 ILCS 5/24-1.1(e) |
Unlawful Possession of Firearm by Gang Member (3-10) | 720 ILCS 5/24-1.8(b) |
Drug Trafficking (6-14) | 720 ILCS 570/401.1(b)(c) |
By Samuel Partida, Jr.
An Illinois Class 1 Felony is a serious 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 |
A Class 1 Felony is punishable with a minimum term of imprisonment of 4 years up to a maximum of 15 years. See 730 ILCS 5/5-4.5-30.
Some Class 1 Felonies are non probationable. See 730 ILCS 5/5-5-3(c)(2)(F). If a defendant has a previous Class 1 Felony conviction within the last 10 years they are not eligible for probation.
Any Class 1 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 15 years up to a maximum of 30 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 1 Felony
There are some special Class 1 Felony charges that have their own “suped-up” minimum and maximum penalties.
Below you’ll find a list of Super Class 1 Felonies in Illinois with their corresponding sentencing range:
Unlawful Sale of Firearms Near School Second Conviction (5-15) | 720 ILCS 5/24-3(C)(4) |
Possession of Explosives (4-30) | 720 ILCS 5/20-2(b) |
Possession of Deadly Substance (4-30) | 720 ILCS 5/29D-15.2(b) |
Possession 100 g or More But Less Than 400 g of Cocaine (6-30) | 720 ILCS 570/402(a)(2)(B) |
Possession 400 g or More But Less Than 900 g of Cocaine (8-40) | 720 ILCS 570/402(a)(2)(C) |
Possession 900 g or More of Cocaine (10-50) | 720 ILCS 570/402(a)(2)(D) |
Cannabis Trafficking (4-30) | 720 ILCS 550/5.1 |
By Samuel Partida, Jr.
A Class X felony is the second most serious criminal charge that can be filed against you in Illinois.
The only thing more serious is a murder, which has its own classification.
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 |
A Class X in Illinois is punishable with a minimum term of imprisonment of 6 years and maximum of 30 years. See 730 ILCS 5/5-4.5-25.
Any Class X 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 30 years up to a maximum of 60 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).
There are some special Class X charges that have their own “suped-up” minimum and maximum penalties. Below you’ll find a list of Super Class X felonies with their corresponding sentencing range:
Predatory CSA (6-60) | 720 ILCS 5/11-1.40(b) |
Predatory With Great Bodily Harm (50-Life) | 720 ILCS 5/11-1.40(b) |
Predatory With Drugged Victim (50-60) | 720 ILCS 5/11-1.40(b) |
Criminal Sexual Assault (Use of Force or Not Understand) & Prior CSA (30-60) | 720 ILCS 5/11-1.20(b)(1)(A) |
Terrorism Without Death (20-Life) | 720 ILCS 5/29D-14.9(b) |
Hindering Prosecution of Terrorism (20-Life) | 720 ILCS 5/29D-35(b) |
Support of Terrorism (9-40) | 720 ILCS 5/29D-29.9(b) |
Solicitation of Murder (15-30) | 720 ILCS 5/8-1(c) |
Solicitation of Murder Victim Under 17 (20-60) | 720 ILCS 5/8-1(c) |
Solicitation of Murder for Hire (20-40) | 720 ILCS 5/8-1.2(b) |
Solicitation of Murder for Hire Victim Under 17 (25-60) | 720 ILCS 5/8-1.2(b) |
Attempt 1st° Murder of Cop, Jail Guard, EMT (20-80) | 720 ILCS 5/8-4(c)(1)(A) |
Drug Induced Homicide (15-30) | 720 ILCS 5/9-3.3(c) |
Aggravated Vehicular Hijacking Dangerous Weapon (7-30) | 720 ILCS 5/18-4(b) |
Aggravated Battery Great Bodily Harm Caustic Substance (6-45) | 720 ILCS 5/12-3.05(h) |
Aggravated Battery Gun With Silencer (12-45) | 720 ILCS 5/12-3.05(h) |
Aggravated Battery Machine Gun (12-45) | 720 ILCS 5/12-3.05(h) |
Aggravated Battery With Firearm to Cop, EMT, or Teacher (15-60) | 720 ILCS 5/12-3.05(h) |
Aggravated Battery to Cop, EMT or Teacher With Machine Gun or Gun With Silencer (20-60) | 720 ILCS 5/12-3.05(h) |
Aggravated Discharge of Firearm Cop, EMT, EMW, or Teacher (10-45) | 720 ILCS 5/24-1.2(b) |
Aggravated Discharge Gun With Silencer or Machine Gun at Cop, EMT or EMW (12-50) | 720 ILCS 5/24-1.2-5(b) |
Unlawful Sale of 11 to 20 Guns Concealable Gun to Minor Within 3 Yrs (6-40) | 720 ILCS 5/24-3(C)(10) |
Unlawful Sale of 21 to 30 Guns Concealable Gun to Minor Within 4 Yrs (6-50) | 720 ILCS 5/24-3(C)(10) |
Unlawful Sale of 31 or more Guns Concealable Gun to Minor Within 5 Yrs (6-60) | 720 ILCS 5/24-3(C)(10) |
Gunrunning 11 to 20 Guns (8-40) | 720 ILCS 5/24-3A(b)(2) |
Gunrunning more than 20 Guns (10-50) | 720 ILCS 5/24-3A(b)(3) |
Unlawful Purchase of 6 Guns or More Within 2 Yrs (9-40) | 720 ILCS 5/24-3.5(e)(1)(C) |
Aggravated Possession of 11 to 20 Stolen Guns Within 3 Yrs (6-40) | 720 ILCS 5/24-3.9(c)(3) |
Aggravated Possession of 21 to 30 Stolen Guns Within 4 Yrs (6-50) | 720 ILCS 5/24-3.9(c)(4) |
Aggravated Possession of 30 or more Guns Within 5 Yrs (6-60) | 720 ILCS 5/24-3.9(c)(5) |
UUW Felon in Prison (12-50) | 720 ILCS 5/24-1.1(e) |
UUW Felon With Body Armour (10-40) | 720 ILCS 5/24-1.1(e) |
Armed Violence Category I (concealable gun) Weapon (15-30) | 720 ILCS 5/33A-3(a) |
Armed Violence Category II (rifle) (10-30) | 720 ILCS 5/33A-3(a-5) |
Armed Violence Personally Discharging Gun (20-30) | 720 ILCS 5/33A-3(b-5) |
Armed Violence Personally Discharging Gun Great Bodily Harm (25-40) | 720 ILCS 5/33A-3(b-5) |
Armed Violence By 3 Time Serious Felon (25-50) | 720 ILCS 5/33A-3(c) |
Delivery 100 g or More But Less Than 400 g of cocaine (9-40) | 720 ILCS 570/401(a)(2)(B) |
Delivery 400 g or More But Less Than 900 g of cocaine (12-50) | 720 ILCS 570/401(a)(2)(C) |
Delivery 900 g or More of cocaine (15-60) | 720 ILCS 570/401(a)(1)(D) |
RICO (7-30) | 720 ILCS 5/33G-5(a) |
By Samuel Partida, Jr.
People v. Miles, 2020 IL App (1st) 180736 (January). Episode 740 (Duration 10:57)
Mandatory X sentence has to be brought back down to a class 2 felony because defendant was a juvenile when one of the predicate felonies was committed.
Read moreBy Samuel Partida, Jr.
What is a forcible felony in Illinois?
The Illinois criminal code specifically describes some felony offenses as forcible felonies. There is also a general “catch all” or “residual clause” that describes general crimes of violence as a forcible felony.
[Read more…]By Samuel Partida, Jr.
People v. Morger, 2019 IL 123643 (November). Episode 713 (Duration 8:04)
Some outright ban of social media for sex offenders may be unconstitutional.
[Read more…]By Samuel Partida, Jr.
People v. Gunn, 2019IL App (1st) 170542 (September). Episode 694 (Duration 4:19)
Buffer says 40 years or less is not a de facto life sentence. [Read more…]