IL HB5885

Deletes subsection (a-1) that previously prohibited parents or guardians from knowingly permitting their residence to be used by underage guests in violation of alcohol laws.

Expands subsection (c) to make it a Class A misdemeanor for any person to permit a gathering at a residence, private property, public place, or premises under their control where an underage person possesses or consumes alcohol if the person knows or reasonably should know about the alcohol use.

Increases penalties to a minimum fine of $500 for violating subsection (c), and elevates the offense to a Class 4 felony if the violation directly or indirectly results in great bodily harm or death.

Creates an exception allowing a person to avoid violation of subsection (c) if they request law enforcement assistance to remove persons refusing to comply or to terminate the gathering before any formal complaint is made.

Adds an exception permitting the giving of alcoholic liquor to persons under 21 years of age during religious ceremonies or services in observation of religious holidays.