IL HB5090

Adds subsection (a-7) to create a new offense for indecent solicitation of a child when a person uses electronic devices to solicit a child while misrepresenting their age, with enhanced penalties ranging from Class X to Class 2 felony depending on the underlying sexual offense.

Maintains existing subsection (a) offense for soliciting a child to perform sexual conduct or penetration with Class 1, 2, or 3 felony penalties based on the severity of the intended sexual crime.

Maintains existing subsection (a-5) offense for knowingly discussing sexual conduct via the Internet with intent to commit sexual offenses, classified as a Class 4 felony with no defense based on whether the person actually solicited the child.

Adds definitions for "computer," "online," and "Internet" by reference to Section 16-0.1 of the Criminal Code to clarify the electronic communication methods covered under the law.

Applies to persons 17 years of age and older, with "child" defined as a person under 17 years of age.