Illinois HB3206 increases penalties for fleeing or attempting to elude a peace officer, raising the offense from a Class A misdemeanor to a Class 4.
HB3206 amends the Illinois Vehicle Code to enhance penalties for drivers who flee or attempt to elude a peace officer. A first conviction now qualifies as a Class 4 felony, up from a Class A misdemeanor, with a potential suspension of the driver's license for up to six months. A second conviction is also a Class 4 felony, with a potential license suspension of up to 12 months. For third or subsequent offenses, the penalty escalates to a Class 3 felony.
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