Sec. 12. Any person who willfully violates any provision of this Act or any rule or regulation issued under this Act is guilty of a Class 3 felony and subject to a fine of not more than $25,000 for each offense. Such violation shall be prosecuted by the State's Attorney or the Attorney General at the request of the Department.
No incarceration authorized · Fine up to $1,000
Personal appearance is not mandatory under Rule 551 by default. The citation may be satisfied by written appearance, pre-set administrative payment, or mail-in notice unless aggravated circumstances apply.
Presumptive Pretrial Release: This offense is non-detainable under 725 ILCS 5/110-6.1. The defendant is entitled to release on personal recognizance with non-monetary conditions unless charged with a subsequent detainable violation.
No automatic driver's license suspension or mandatory revocation is triggered by this offense code alone upon citation.
| Offense Description | Class | Court Mandate | SAFE-T Act | Reporting Code |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Willful violation of any provision or rule of this act | Petty Offense | Release on Notice | Release Eligible | — |
(Source: P.A. 80-351.)