IL HB3519

Amends the Criminal Code of 2012 to increase penalties for theft committed against not-for-profit organizations exempt from taxation under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code by one felony class level.

Upgrades penalties as follows: Class A misdemeanor becomes Class 4 felony; Class 4 felony becomes Class 3 felony; Class 3 felony becomes Class 2 felony; Class 2 felony becomes Class 1 felony; Class 1 felony becomes Class X felony.

For theft crimes that would otherwise be Class X felonies, establishes a minimum prison sentence of 7 years when committed against a 501(c)(3) organization.

Takes effect immediately upon becoming law.