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What are the Felony Drug Charges in Illinois?

Anyone who has been arrested for Felony Drug Charges in Illinois is liable to face an array of charges based on the specifics of the case under Illinois and federal drug laws. Criminal offenses include:

Drug possession – Drug possession is the crime of having one or more illegal drugs in one’s possession, either for personal use, distribution, sale, or otherwise. Illegal drugs fall into different categories and sentences vary depending on the amount, type of drug, circumstances, and jurisdiction.
Drug trafficking – drug trafficking is a global black market dedicated to the cultivation, manufacture, distribution, and sale of drugs that are subject to drug prohibition laws.
Possession with intent to distribute – Drug possession typically in volume and may or may not be packaged or prepared for sale or distribution for sale.
Drug-related conspiracy charges – Drug-related conspiracy is the participation in or plans to participate in the sale or distribution of a controlled substance.
Drug manufacturing – Drug manufacturing is the process of industrial-scale synthesis of pharmaceutical drugs by pharmaceutical companies. The process of drug manufacturing can be broken down into a series of unit operations, such as milling, granulation, coating, tablet pressing, and others.

Pending the extent of crime alleged, the amount, and the type of substance, you will be charged with either a felony or a misdemeanor. Penalties and fines for misdemeanors tend to be less harsh while Felony convictions can lead to serious charges, high fines, and lengthy prison sentences (minimum 1 year). If you have been charged with a Felony Drug Crime in Illinois it is imperative that you speak to the team at Quintana Law Group immediately!

Understanding Felony Drug Charges

Typically, the greater the mass or volume of the substance, the more severe the punishment. The consequences for Felony Drug Crimes in Illinois are defined in 720 ILCS 570/402.Possession of cocaine or heroin

Less than 1 gram quantity, you will be charged with a Class 4 felony punishable by a sentence between 1 and 3 years.
Between 15 and 100 grams quantity, it will be punishable by a prison sentence ranging from 3 to 15 years
Between 400 and 900 grams quantity, it will be punishable by a prison sentence ranging from 8 to 40 years
Equal to or more than 900 grams quantity, it will be punishable by a prison sentence ranging from 10 to 50 years

*In addition to these penalties, when facing Felony Drug Charges in Illinois associated with Possession of Cocaine or Heroine, expect fines either up to $200,000 or the street value of the drugs that were found in your possession.

Possession of cocaine or heroin for possession with intent to distribute

For less than 1 gram, charges may include a Class 2 felony, with a prison sentence ranging from 4 to 15 years.
Exceeding 900 grams, the penalty can rise up from 15 to 60 years.

Class X Felony Drug ChargesDefendants facing Intent to manufacture and distribute controlled substances may expect to face Class X Felony Drug Charges. Penalties for Class X felony charges may include:

Prison sentence of 6 to 30 years if you are convicted for possession of 15 to 100 grams of a controlled substance
Prison sentence of 9 to 40 years if you are convicted for possession of 100 to 400 grams of a controlled substance
Prison sentence of 12 to 50 years if you are convicted for possession of 400 to 900 grams of a controlled substance
Prison sentence of 15 to 60 years if you are convicted for possession of more than 900 grams of a controlled substance

In addition to these penalties, when facing Felony Drug Charges in Illinois associated with Class X Felonies, expect fines equal to the street value of the controlled substance.

If you’ve been charged with any of these SERIOUS felony drug crimes in the State of Illinois, it’s imperative that you speak to an attorney at Quintana Law Group immediately. Contact us now to speak to an attorney.

Quintana Law Group is dedicated to providing you with the most up to date information and resources regarding your DUI defense or License Reinstatement Process. Understanding Fee amounts and fee deadlines required by the State of Illinois are critical aspects of meeting the requirements for successful license reinstatement. The following information was sourced from https://www.cyberdriveillinois.com. Please contact Martin Quintana at the Quintana Law Group in regards to your Illinois Drivers License Reinstatement or DUI proceedings.

Driver’s License Reinstatement Fees

Please make certain the Driver Services Department has your most current mailing address. Without your current address, they will be unable to mail you important information regarding your driving status. If you have a new address, please change your address before paying your reinstatement fee. Address Change

All reinstatement fees must be paid prior to the issuance of a new Driver’s License. The process would be halted or aborted if fines are not cleared in that period.

Applicants will leave the facility with a temporary, secure paper driver’s license, which is valid for 90 days and will serve as their DL/State ID for driving purposes and proof of identification. The temporary, secure paper driver’s license will contain a photo and the basic information that appears on the permanent driver’s license or state ID card. In addition, the facility employee will return the old DL/State ID card back to the applicant.

To Pay Reinstatement Fees Online

You must owe a reinstatement fee that is listed below.
You must have a valid Visa, MasterCard, Discover, or American Express credit card.
A 2.35% fee (minimum of $1.00) will be assessed for all credit card transactions.

Types of Reinstatement Fees Accepted

Illinois State is currently accepting electronic payment for reinstatement fees for the following driver’s license suspensions and revocations:

Discretionary Suspension (Traffic-Related Suspension) — $70 fee — Payment of this reinstatement fee can only be processed ten (10) days prior to the termination date of suspension.
Failure to Appear in Court Suspension (Court Related Suspension) — $70 fee — Payment of this reinstatement fee can only be processed if this office has received written proof that you have satisfied the court’s requirements.
Family Responsibility (DHFS or Court Ordered Child Support Suspension) — $70 fee for each Suspension
Field Sobriety Suspension — (First Offense) — $250 fee owed for each Suspension
Field Sobriety Suspension — (Multiple Offense) — $500 fee owed for each subsequent Suspension
Mandatory Insurance Conviction Driver’s License Suspension — $100 fee for each Suspension. Please note that this reinstatement fee is for your driver’s license suspension. You may also owe a mandatory insurance fee for your license plate suspension. You will be required to contact Vehicle Services to pay that fee. Please refer to your correspondence from Vehicle Services for instructions.
Parking/Tollway/Automated Traffic Suspension (Municipality/Tollway Authority Violation Suspension) — $70 fee — Payment of this reinstatement fee can only be processed if this office has received Notice of Final Disposition from the Municipality or Tollway Authority.
Revocations — $500 fee for each Revocation — Payments of this Reinstatement fee can only be processed if we have received a “reinstatement recommendation” from our Administrative Hearing Department and this office has received your SR22 Insurance certificate or out of state insurance waiver.
Safety Responsibility (Uninsured Accident Administrative Suspension) — $70 fee for each Suspension
Solicitation of Towing Suspension — $100 fee for each Suspension
Statutory Summary Suspension — (DUI Related/Implied Consent First Offense) — $250 fee for the first Suspension
Statutory Summary Suspension — (DUI Related Multiple Offenses) — $500 fee for each subsequent Suspension
Unsatisfied Judgment (Uninsured Accident Court Ordered Suspension) — $70 fee for each Suspension
Zero Tolerance Suspension — (Alcohol-Related for Individuals under 21 years of age) — $70 fee for each Suspension