{"id":373104,"date":"2016-03-31T21:35:11","date_gmt":"2016-04-01T02:35:11","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/content.findlaw-admin.com\/ability-law\/state\/illinois-law\/illinois-heroin-laws.html"},"modified":"2024-10-28T10:08:05","modified_gmt":"2024-10-28T15:08:05","slug":"illinois-heroin-laws","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.findlaw.com\/state\/illinois-law\/illinois-heroin-laws.html","title":{"rendered":"Illinois Heroin Laws"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 fl-sectionWithSidebar fl-container fl-flex fl-flex-wrap fl-gap30\">\n    \n    <div class=\"fl-page-articles fl-section-main fl-section-main-full-width\">\n        <h1 class=\"fl-no-margin-top\">Illinois Heroin Laws<\/h1>\n<section class=\"fl-gutenberg-byline\">\n    <div class=\"fl-gutenberg-byline-content\">\n                    By <a href=\"https:\/\/www.findlaw.com\/company\/our-team\/christie-nicholson-j-d\/\">Christie Nicholson, J.D.<\/a> | Legally reviewed by <a\n                href=\"https:\/\/www.findlaw.com\/company\/our-team.html\">FindLaw Staff<\/a>\n                | Last updated\n        <time>\n                            October 28, 2024\n                    <\/time>\n    <\/div>\n\n    \n    <details class=\"fl-gutenberg-byline-toggle fl-gutenberg-byline-legally-reviewed\">\n        <summary>\n            <i class=\"fl-gutenberg-byline-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i>\n            Legally Reviewed\n        <\/summary>\n\n        <div class=\"fl-gutenberg-byline-toggle-content\">\n            <p><em>This article has been written and reviewed for legal accuracy, clarity, and style by <a href=\"https:\/\/www.findlaw.com\/company\/our-team.html\">FindLaw\u2019s team of legal writers and attorneys<\/a> and in accordance with <a href=\"https:\/\/www.findlaw.com\/company\/company-history\/editorial-policy.html\">our editorial standards<\/a>.<\/em><\/p>\n\n        <\/div>\n    <\/details>\n\n    <details class=\"fl-gutenberg-byline-toggle fl-gutenberg-byline-fast-checked\">\n        <summary>\n            <i class=\"fl-gutenberg-byline-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i>\n            Fact-Checked\n        <\/summary>\n\n        <div class=\"fl-gutenberg-byline-toggle-content\">\n            <p><em>The last updated date refers to the last time this article was reviewed by FindLaw or one of our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.findlaw.com\/company\/our-team\/contributing-authors.html\">contributing authors<\/a>. We make every effort to keep our articles updated. For information regarding a specific legal issue affecting you, please <a href=\"https:\/\/lawyers.findlaw.com\/?fli=bylinelink\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">contact an attorney in your area<\/a>.<\/em><\/p>\n\n        <\/div>\n    <\/details>\n<\/section>\n<p>In recent years, the opioid epidemic has claimed thousands of lives in this country. In 2021, Cook County registered a record 1,931 <a href=\"https:\/\/abc7chicago.com\/opioid-crisis-chicago-drugs-north-lawndale-overdose\/12169902\/#:~:text=As%20overdose%20deaths%20reached%20an%20all-time%20high%20in,that%27s%20only%20been%20exacerbated%20by%20the%20COVID%20pandemic.\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">heroin overdose deaths<\/a>. This is just one of the reasons why law enforcement is cracking down on the possession, sale, and trafficking of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.findlaw.com\/state\/criminal-laws\/details-on-state-heroin-laws.html\">heroin<\/a>.<\/p>\r\n<p>Lawmakers first enacted the <a href=\"http:\/\/www.ilga.gov\/legislation\/ilcs\/ilcs5.asp?ActID=1941&amp;ChapterID=53\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Illinois Controlled Substances Act<\/a> (ICSA) in 1971. The law has been updated several times since then. Most heroin-related crimes carry a felony charge, and a conviction will result in severe penalties.<\/p>\r\n<p>The penalties and prison sentence for heroin drug offenses depend on the amount of heroin, a defendant\u2019s prior offenses, and aggravating factors. If law enforcement arrests someone for drug trafficking within 1,000 feet of a school, the judge can impose enhanced penalties. Prison sentences for heroin drug charges can range from one to more than 50 years.<\/p>\r\n<p>Here, we\u2019ll explain Illinois laws on heroin possession, sale, and trafficking. Special attention is paid to the penalties for heroin possession charges by weight. We will also discuss the State of Illinois drug court programs and whether it may be an option for you.<\/p>\r\n<h2><b>Illinois Drug Crimes in General<\/b><\/h2>\r\n<p>The Illinois Compiled Statutes (ILCS) contain specific laws for drug-related offenses. With the rapid rise in drug addiction, states are more vigilant than ever when it comes to enforcing their drug laws. Illinois is no exception.<\/p>\r\n<p>In addition to heroin, some of the illicit and illegal drugs the ILCS targets include the following:<\/p>\r\n<ul>\r\n<li>Anabolic steroids<\/li>\r\n<li>Cannabis\/marijuana<\/li>\r\n<li>Cocaine<\/li>\r\n<li>Methamphetamine<\/li>\r\n<li>LSD<\/li>\r\n<li>Opioids\/fentanyl<\/li>\r\n<li>Peyote<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<p>The law also cracks down on the possession of illegal or black-market prescription drugs. Many heroin users start out using prescription pain medications but switch to heroin because it\u2019s much cheaper and easier to get.<\/p>\r\n<p>One of the reasons heroin and fentanyl are so dangerous is that the street value of the drugs is so high. People addicted to these drugs will do whatever it takes to scrape up enough money to get through another day. This leads to more drug dealers on the street, overdose deaths, and rampant crime.<\/p>\r\n<h2><b>An Alternative to Incarceration: Illinois Drug Courts<\/b><\/h2>\r\n<p>Like most other jurisdictions, Illinois has alternative programs for drug offenders. If you live in <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dupagecourts.gov\/18th_judicial_circuit_court\/programs\/drug_court_program.php#:~:text=If%20the%20applicant%20meets%20the%20basic%20criteria%2C%20their,licensed%20professional%20completes%20a%20thorough%20substance%20abuse%20evaluation.\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">DuPage County<\/a> or <a href=\"https:\/\/willcountypublicdefender.com\/defense-resources\/drug-court\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Will County<\/a>, drug court may be an option. Drug court participants may avoid prison if they commit to treatment and counseling, agree to abide by the rules of the drug court program, face frequent and random drug testing, and participate in regular court appearances.<\/p>\r\n<p>Drug courts focus on rehabilitation rather than punishment and are ideal for people guilty of drug crimes who want help conquering addiction. Programs are available in <a href=\"https:\/\/icjia.illinois.gov\/adultredeploy\/sites\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">many of Illinois&#8217; counties<\/a>.<\/p>\r\n<h2><b>Illinois Heroin Laws at a Glance<\/b><\/h2>\r\n<p>The following table lists the charges and potential penalties under Illinois heroin laws.<\/p>\r\n<table>\r\n<tbody><tr><td><p><b>Illinois Heroin Code Statutes<\/b><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n<td><p><b>Illinois Compiled Statutes<\/b><\/p>\r\n<ul>\r\n<li>Illinois Statutes <a href=\"https:\/\/codes.findlaw.com\/il\/chapter-720-criminal-offenses\/il-st-sect-720-570-401.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Section 570\/401<\/a> (<i>manufacture or delivery of controlled substances<\/i>)<\/li>\r\n<li>Illinois Statutes <a href=\"https:\/\/codes.findlaw.com\/il\/chapter-720-criminal-offenses\/il-st-sect-720-570-401-1.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Section 570\/401.1<\/a> (<i>trafficking of controlled substances<\/i>)<\/li>\r\n<li>Illinois Statutes <a href=\"https:\/\/codes.findlaw.com\/il\/chapter-720-criminal-offenses\/il-st-sect-720-570-402.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Section 570\/402<\/a> (<i>unlawful possession of controlled substances<\/i>)<\/li>\r\n<li>Illinois Statutes <a href=\"https:\/\/codes.findlaw.com\/il\/chapter-720-criminal-offenses\/il-st-sect-720-570-408.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Section 570\/408<\/a> (<i>enhanced penalties for subsequent offenses<\/i>)<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<\/td>\r\n<\/tr><tr><th scope=\"row\" style=\"text-align: left;\"><p><b>Penalties for Possession of Heroin Under Illinois Law<\/b><\/p>\r\n<\/th>\r\n<td><ul>\r\n<li><i><b>Under 15 grams<\/b><\/i> (Class 4 felony) Between one to three years in prison and a fine of up to $25,000<\/li>\r\n<li><i><b>Between 15 and 99 grams<\/b><\/i> (Class 1 felony): Between four to 15 years in prison<\/li>\r\n<li><i><b>Between 100 and 399 grams<\/b><\/i> (Class 1 felony): Between six to 30 years in prison<\/li>\r\n<li><i><b>Between 400 and 899 grams<\/b><\/i> (Class 1 felony) Between eight to 40 years in prison<\/li>\r\n<li><i><b>More than 900 grams<\/b><\/i> (Class 1 felony): Between 10 to 50 years in prison<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<p>For the Class 1 felonies above, fines range up to $200,000<\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n<\/tr><tr><td><p><b>Possession with Intent to Sell Heroin Penalties in Illinois<\/b><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n<td><ul>\r\n<li><i><b>Under one gram<\/b><\/i> (Class 2 felony) Between three to seven years in prison.<\/li>\r\n<li><i><b>Between one and 14 grams<\/b><\/i> (Class 1 felony): Between four to 15 years in prison<\/li>\r\n<li><i><b>Between 14 and 99 grams<\/b><\/i> (Class X felony): Between six and 30 years in prison<\/li>\r\n<li><i><b>Between 100 and 399 grams<\/b><\/i> (Class X felony): Between nine and 40 years in prison<\/li>\r\n<li><i><b>Between 400 and 899 grams<\/b><\/i> (Class X felony): Between 12 and 50 years in prison<\/li>\r\n<li><i><b>More than 900 grams<\/b><\/i> (Class X felony): Between 15 and 60 years in prison<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<p>In addition to incarceration for the felonies above, you could face fines of $25,000 to $500,000.<\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n<\/tr><tr><th scope=\"row\" style=\"text-align: left;\"><p><b>Heroin Drug Trafficking Penalties in Illinois<\/b><\/p>\r\n<\/th>\r\n<td><ul>\r\n<li><i><b>Under 15 grams <\/b><\/i>(Class 1 felony): Between four and 15 years in prison and up to $250,000 in fines<\/li>\r\n<li><i><b>Between 15 and 99 grams<\/b><\/i> (Class X felony): Between six and 30 years in prison<\/li>\r\n<li><i><b>Between 100 and 399 grams<\/b><\/i> (Class X felony): Between nine and 40 years in prison<\/li>\r\n<li><i><b>Between 400 and 899 grams<\/b><\/i> (Class X felony): Between 12 and 50 years in prison<\/li>\r\n<li><i><b>More than 900 grams<\/b><\/i> (Class X felony): Between 15 and 60 years in prison<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<p>In addition to incarceration under these Class X felonies, you\u2019ll face fines of up to $500,000.<\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n<\/tr><tr><th scope=\"row\" style=\"text-align: left;\"><p><b>Possible Drug Trafficking Defenses in Illinois<\/b><\/p>\r\n<\/th>\r\n<td><p>Defenses can include:<\/p>\r\n<ul>\r\n<li>Lack of intent<\/li>\r\n<li>Mistake of fact<\/li>\r\n<li>Infancy (under 13 years of age)<\/li>\r\n<li>Duress<\/li>\r\n<li>Coercion<\/li>\r\n<li>Entrapment<\/li>\r\n<li>Insanity<\/li>\r\n<li>Chain of custody problems<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<p>Your <a href=\"https:\/\/lawyers.findlaw.com\/drug-crime\/illinois\/?fli=dcta\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">drug trafficking or possession defense lawyer<\/a> must submit sufficient evidence to prove your defense. This is why it\u2019s a good idea to retain an attorney early, so they have ample time to prepare your defense strategies. For more information, see <a href=\"https:\/\/www.findlaw.com\/criminal\/criminal-charges\/drug-possession-defenses.html\">Drug Possession Defenses<\/a>.<\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n<\/tr><\/tbody><\/table>\r\n<p><i><b>Disclaimer:<\/b> Illinois state laws change through new legislation, higher court rulings, ballot initiatives, and other means. To confirm current Illinois laws, consult <\/i><a href=\"https:\/\/lawyers.findlaw.com\/drug-crime\/illinois\/?fli=dcta\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><i>a criminal defense attorney<\/i><\/a><i> or conduct legal research.<\/i><\/p>\r\n<h2><b>Facing Drug Charges in Illinois? An Attorney Can Help<\/b><\/h2>\r\n<p>Having an addiction isn&#8217;t a crime, but it is against the law to possess, sell, or manufacture illegal drugs. If law enforcement arrests you for possession of heroin or a related drug crime, you\u2019ll face jail time and fines. The potential penalties increase if you\u2019re facing charges for possession with intent to distribute.<\/p>\r\n<p>If you\u2019re facing drug charges in Chicago or any other part of Illinois, contact a <a href=\"https:\/\/lawyers.findlaw.com\/drug-crime\/illinois\/?fli=dcta\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">criminal defense lawyer<\/a> today and get peace of mind. They&#8217;ll put their experience with Illinois law to work to get you the best outcome possible.<\/p>\r\n<h2><b>Related Resources for Illinois Heroin Laws<\/b><\/h2>\r\n<ul>\r\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.findlaw.com\/criminal\/criminal-charges\/drug-charges.html\">Drug Charges<\/a><\/li>\r\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.findlaw.com\/state\/illinois-law\/illinois-cocaine-laws.html\">Illinois Cocaine Laws<\/a><\/li>\r\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.findlaw.com\/state\/illinois-law\/illinois-drug-possession-laws.html\">Illinois Drug Possession Laws<\/a><\/li>\r\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.findlaw.com\/state\/illinois-law\/illinois-drug-distribution-laws.html\">Illinois Drug Distribution Laws<\/a><\/li>\r\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.findlaw.com\/state\/illinois-law\/illinois-criminal-statute-of-limitations-laws.html\">Illinois Criminal Statute of Limitations Laws<\/a><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<div class=\"was-this-helpful\">\n    <div\n            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