In Illinois, felonies are categorized into six classes which include:
Class of Felony |
Punishment |
Class 1 Felony | 4-15 years in the Illinois Department of Corrections |
Class 2 Felony | 3-7 years in the Illinois Department of Corrections |
Class 3 Felony | 2-5 years in the Illinois Department of Corrections |
Class 4 Felony | 1-3 years in the Illinois Department of Corrections |
Class X Felony | 6-30 years in the Illinois Department of Corrections |