IL SB2494

Amends the Criminal Code to make it a Class 4 felony for child sex offenders to knowingly reside within 500 feet of a public or private park where persons under age 18 regularly gather.

Adds "private park" definition to the statute, defined as a park owned by individuals or corporations other than the State or local government units.

Incorporates the new park residency restriction into existing subsection (b-10), which already prohibited residence within 500 feet of playgrounds, child care institutions, day care centers, and other youth-serving facilities.

Maintains existing exceptions allowing offenders to own property purchased before certain effective dates without violating residency restrictions.

Penalties remain a Class 4 felony for violations, consistent with other residency restriction provisions in the statute.