Illinois Department of Correction sentences for drug crimes do not take into account whether someone is extendable (has previously been convicted of the same degree felony or greater). For reference, the following ranges assume you have not been convicted of a same degree felony or greater within the last ten years.
Unlawful Possession of Cannabis:
- Possession of less than 2.5 grams of cannabis can be charged a Class C Misdemeanor. It is punishable by up to a $1,500 fine; 24 months court supervision, conditional discharge or probation; and/or up to 30 Days in Jail.
- Possession of between 2.5 and 10 grams of cannabis can be charged a Class B Misdemeanor. It is punishable by up to a $1,500 fine; 24 months court supervision, conditional discharge or probation; and/or up to 180 Days in Jail.
- Possession of between 10 and 30 grams of cannabis can be charged a Class A Misdemeanor. It is punishable by up to a $2,500 fine; 24 months court supervision, conditional discharge or probation; and/or up to 364 Days in Jail.
- Possession of between 500 and 2000 grams of cannabis can be charged a Class 3 Felony. It is punishable by up to a $25,000 fine; up to 48 months conditional discharge or probation; and/or between 2 to 5 years in the Illinois Department of Corrections.
- Possession of between 2000 and 5000 grams of cannabis can be charged a Class 2 Felony. This is punishable by up to a $25,000 fine; up to 48 months conditional discharge or probation; and/or between 3 to 7 years in the Illinois Department of Corrections.
- Possession of over 5000 grams of cannabis can be charged a Class 1 Felony. It is punishable by up to a $25,000 fine; up to 48 months conditional discharge or probation; and/or between 4 to 15 years in the Illinois Department of Corrections.
Unlawful Possession of Cocaine, Methamphetamine, Heroin, Morphine, or LSD:
- Possession of any amount (less than 5 grams) of these controlled substances can be charged a Class 4 Felony. It is punishable by up to a $25,000 fine; up to 48 months conditional discharge or probation; and/or between 1 to 3 years in the Illinois Department of Corrections.
- Possession of between 15 and 100 grams of these controlled substances can be charged as a Class 1 Felony. It is punishable by up to a $200,000 fine; up to 48 months conditional discharge or probation; and/or between 4 to 15 years in the Illinois Department of Corrections.
- Possession of between 100 and 400 grams of these controlled substances can be charged a Class 1 Felony. It is punishable by up to a $200,000 fine; up to 48 months conditional discharge or probation; and/or between 6 to 30 years in the Illinois Department of Corrections.
- Possession of between 400 and 900 grams of these controlled substances can be charged as a Class 1 Felony, which is punishable by up to a $200,000 fine; up to 48 months conditional discharge or probation; and and/or 8 to 40 years in the Illinois Department of Corrections.
- Possession of more than 900 grams of these controlled substances can be charged a Class 1 Felony, which is punishable by up to a $200,000 Fine and/or between 10 to 50 years in the Illinois Department of Corrections.
Unlawful Sale, Manufacture, or Possession with the Intent to Distribute Cannabis:
- Less than 2.5 grams can be charged a Class B Misdemeanor. This is punishable by up to a $1,500 fine; up to 24 months court supervision, conditional discharge or probation; and/or up to 180 days in county jail.
- Between 2.5 grams and 10 grams can be charged as a Class A Misdemeanor. It is punishable by up to a $2,500 fine; up to 24 months court supervision, conditional discharge or probation; and/or up to 180 days in county jail.
- Between 10 grams and 30 grams can be charged as a Class 4 Felony. It is punishable by up to a $25,000 fine; up to 30 months conditional discharge or probation; and/or between 1 to 3 years in the Illinois Department of Corrections.
- Between 30 grams and 500 grams can be charged as a Class 3 Felony. It is punishable by up to a $55,000 fine; up to 48 months conditional discharge or probation; and/or between 2 to 5 years in the Illinois Department of Corrections.
- Between 500 grams and 2000 grams can be charged as a Class 2 Felony. It is punishable by up to a $100,000 fine; up to 48 months conditional discharge or probation; and/or between 3 to 7 years in the Illinois Department of Corrections.
- Between 2000 grams and 5000 grams can be charged as a Class 1 Felony. It is punishable by up to a $150,000 fine; up to 48 months conditional discharge or probation; and/or between 4 to 15 years in the Illinois Department of Corrections.
- More than 5000 grams can be charged as a Class X Felony. It is punishable by up to a $200,000 fine; is not an offense for which you could receive probation; and/or between 6 to 30 years in the Illinois Department of Corrections.
Unlawful Sale, Manufacture, or Possession with the Intent to Distribute Cocaine, Heroin, Morphine and Methamphetamine:
- Between 1 and 15 grams can be charged as a Class 1 Felony. It is punishable by up to a $250,000 fine; up to 48 months conditional discharge or probation; and between 4 to 15 years in the Illinois Department of Corrections.
- Between 15 and 100 grams can be charged as a Class X Felony. It is punishable by up to a $500,000 fine; is not an offense for which you could receive probation; and/or between 6 to 30 years in the Illinois Department of Corrections.
- Between 100 and 400 grams can be charged as a Class X Felony. It is punishable by up to a $500,000 fine; is not an offense for which you could receive probation; and/or between 9 to 40 years in the Illinois Department of Corrections.
- Between 400 and 900 grams can be charged as a Class X Felony. It is punishable by up to a $500,000 fine; is not an offense for which you could receive probation; and/or between 12 to 50 years in the Illinois Department of Corrections.
- Between 400 and 900 grams can be charged as a Class X Felony. It is punishable by up to a $500,000 fine; is not an offense for which you could receive probation; and/or between 12 to 50 years in the Illinois Department of Corrections.
- Over 900 grams can be charged as a Class X Felony. It is punishable by up to a $500,000 fine; is not an offense for which you could receive probation; and/or between 15 to 60 years in the Illinois Department of Corrections.
In all cases involving drug crimes and drug-related charges, it is essential to find an experienced and professional lawyer as early in the process as possible to ensure the best possible outcome. To obtain quality legal representation in Rock Island, Moline, the Quad Cities, and other communities in and around Rock County, contact attorney Herb Schultz for a free consultation at (309) 788-4539. Attorney Herb Schultz also can be reached securely through the contact form seen throughout this site or by email here.
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