SB0236 amends the Illinois Criminal Code to redefine identity theft and related offenses, adjusting penalties based on the value of stolen property.

SB0236 amends the Illinois Criminal Code to redefine identity theft and related offenses, adjusting penalties based on the value of stolen property and the status of the victim. It changes references from "individuals" to "persons" in the identity theft statute. Penalties for identity theft vary from Class 4 to Class X felonies, depending on the value of the stolen property and whether the victim is an active duty member of the Armed Services or Reserve Forces of the United States or of the Illinois National Guard serving in a foreign country.

SB0236 amends the Illinois Criminal Code to redefine identity theft and related offenses, adjusting penalties based on the value of stolen property.

SB0236 amends the Illinois Criminal Code to redefine identity theft and related offenses, adjusting penalties based on the value of stolen property and the status of the victim. It changes references from "individuals" to "persons" in the identity theft statute. Penalties for identity theft vary from Class 4 to Class X felonies, depending on the value of the stolen property and whether the victim is an active duty member of the Armed Services or Reserve Forces of the United States or of the Illinois National Guard serving in a foreign country.