CHAPTER 430, ILCS 66/ - FIREARM CONCEALED CARRY ACT

430 ILCS 66/70

Sec. 70. Violations.

Illinois Compiled Statute
430 ILCS 66/70
Offense Description
Carrying a concealed firearm while under the influence of alcohol, drugs, or intoxicating compounds – Class A misdemeanor
Offense Classification
Class A Misdemeanor
Statutory Penalties & Sentencing Scope
Up to 364 days county jail · Fine up to $2,500
Supreme Court Rule 551 Mandatory Court Appearance
Under Illinois Supreme Court Rule 551, personal court appearance before a judge is mandatory. The defendant cannot satisfy this charge by mail, electronic payment, or pre-set bail forfeiture.
SAFE-T Act Pretrial Detention Eligibility (725 ILCS 5/110-6.1)
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.
Secretary of State Driver's License Action
Standard Administrative Protocol: No automatic driver's license suspension or mandatory revocation is triggered by this offense code alone upon citation.
EXECUTIVE SYNOPSIS · ILLINOIS LEGAL STANDARDS Governing Authority: ILGA & Supreme Court Rules

Under Illinois law, 430 ILCS 66/70 (Carrying a concealed firearm while under the influence of alcohol, drugs, or intoxicating compounds – Class A misdemeanor) is classified as a Class A Misdemeanor. Statutory sentencing scope: Up to 364 days county jail · Fine up to $2,500. Court appearance is mandatory under Illinois Supreme Court Rule 551, and pretrial release is presumptively release-eligible under the SAFE-T Act.

Offense Class & Sentencing Scope Class A Misdemeanor

Up to 364 days county jail · Fine up to $2,500

Court Appearance Mandate Rule 551 Mandatory Court

Under Illinois Supreme Court Rule 551, personal court appearance before a judge is mandatory. The defendant cannot satisfy this charge by mail, electronic payment, or pre-set bail forfeiture.

Pretrial Fairness Act (SAFE-T Act) Presumptive Pretrial Release

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.

Secretary of State License Sanction Standard Administrative Protocol

No automatic driver's license suspension or mandatory revocation is triggered by this offense code alone upon citation.

Classification Class A Misdemeanor
Court Appearance Mandatory Court Appearance (Rule 551)
SAFE-T Act Detention Release Eligible (Conditions Apply)
SOS Reporting Code None Assigned
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Associated Offense Codes & Classifications (1)

Offense Description Class Court Mandate SAFE-T Act Reporting Code
Carrying a concealed firearm while under the influence of alcohol, drugs, or intoxicating compounds – Class A misdemeanor 430 ILCS 66/70(d) Class A Misdemeanor Rule 551 Mandate Release Eligible —

Illinois General Assembly Statutory Text (Verbatim)

Source: ilga.gov

Sec. 70. Violations.

(d)

(d) A licensee shall not carry a concealed firearm while under the influence of alcohol, other drug or drugs, intoxicating compound or compounds, or any combination thereof, under the standards set forth in subsection (a) of Section 11-501 of the Illinois Vehicle Code. A licensee in violation of this subsection (d) shall be guilty of a Class A misdemeanor for a first or second violation and a Class 4 felony for a third violation.

(e)

(e) Except as otherwise provided, a licensee in violation of Section 65 of this Act shall be guilty of a Class B misdemeanor. A second or subsequent violation is a Class A misdemeanor.

(f)

(f) A licensee convicted of a violation of subsection (g) or (h) of Section 10 of this Act shall be guilty of a Class B misdemeanor. A second or subsequent violation of subsection (g) or (h) of Section 10 of this Act is a Class A misdemeanor.

(Source: P.A. 102-538, eff. 8-20-21.)

Frequently Asked Questions & Legal Analysis

Authoritative Statutory Guidance
What is the statutory penalty and sentencing range for 430 ILCS 66/70 in Illinois?

Under Illinois law, 430 ILCS 66/70 (Carrying a concealed firearm while under the influence of alcohol, drugs, or intoxicating compounds – Class A misdemeanor) is classified as a Class A Misdemeanor.

Sentencing Scope: Up to 364 days county jail · Fine up to $2,500

Is a court appearance mandatory for 430 ILCS 66/70 under Illinois Supreme Court Rule 551?

Mandatory Personal Appearance Required: Under Illinois Supreme Court Rule 551, personal court appearance before a judge is mandatory. The defendant cannot satisfy this charge by mail, electronic payment, or pre-set bail forfeiture.

Is an individual accused of 430 ILCS 66/70 detainable before trial under the SAFE-T Act?

Presumptive Pretrial Release: 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.

What Secretary of State driver's license sanctions apply to 430 ILCS 66/70?

Standard Administrative Protocol: No automatic driver's license suspension or mandatory revocation is triggered by this offense code alone upon citation.

Official Legal Citation Formats

Legal & Academic Reference

Standardized legal citations for briefs, court pleadings, law enforcement documentation, and academic research.

Illinois Supreme Court Citation 430 ILCS 66/70 (West 2026)
The Bluebook Style (21st ed.) 430 Ill. Comp. Stat. 66/70 (2026)
Canonical Web Reference https://ilcsindex.com/statutes/430-ilcs-66-70
Cross-Referenced ILCS Codes
430 ILCS 66/10
Rule 551

Failure of concealed carry licensee to disclose concealed firearm, present FCCL, or identify firearm location upon officer request during stop – Class B misdemeanor

Class B Misdemeanor
430 ILCS 66/65
Rule 551

Knowingly carrying a concealed firearm on or into a statutory prohibited area or posted property – Class B misdemeanor

Class B Misdemeanor
720 ILCS 5/24-1

Unlawful use of weapon

Class A Misdemeanor
720 ILCS 5/24-1.1
Detainable Rule 551

Unlawful use of weapons by felons or persons in custody of Department of Corrections

Class 3 Felony