HB5016

CD CORR-HABITUAL CRIMINAL

Introduced·2/4/26
Introduced Text

Illinois HB5016 amends the Unified Code of Corrections to restore general recidivism provisions.

Illinois HB5016 amends the Unified Code of Corrections to restore general recidivism provisions. It specifies that a person convicted of a third Class X felony, criminal sexual assault, or first-degree murder, after two prior convictions, is deemed an habitual criminal. The bill also details conditions under which a third conviction for a Class 1 or Class 2 felony results in a Class X sentence. Notably, it excludes Class 1 or Class 2 felony convictions for theft from this sentencing provision.

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Sponsors

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History

Feb 10

House

First Reading

Feb 10

House

Referred to Rules Committee

Feb 5

House

Added Chief Co-Sponsor Rep. John M. Cabello