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IL HB3907
Bill
Status
2/26/2009
Primary Sponsor
Robert Biggins
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AI Summary
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Establishes a Class 1 non-probationable felony for unlawfully purchasing a firearm that is used to commit an act of domestic violence as defined in the Code of Criminal Procedure.
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Maintains existing penalties for unlawful firearm purchase: Class 2 felony for one firearm, Class 1 felony for 2-5 firearms within one year, and Class X felony (9-40 years) for 6+ firearms within 2 years.
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Prohibits probation, periodic imprisonment, and conditional discharge for violations involving firearms used in domestic violence; offenders must receive minimum imprisonment terms set by law.
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Amends the Unified Code of Corrections to add unlawful firearm purchase resulting in domestic violence to the list of offenses ineligible for probation or conditional discharge.
Legislative Description
CRIM & CORR-FIREARM PURCHASE
Last Action
Tabled By Sponsor Rep. Sandra M. Pihos
4/22/2009