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Current as of January 01, 2022 | Updated by FindLaw Staff
§ 24-1.5. Reckless discharge of a firearm.
(a) A person commits reckless discharge of a firearm by discharging a firearm in a reckless manner which endangers the bodily safety of an individual.
(b) If the conduct described in subsection (a) is committed by a passenger of a moving motor vehicle with the knowledge and consent of the driver of the motor vehicle the driver is accountable for such conduct.
(c) Reckless discharge of a firearm is a Class 4 felony.
(d) This Section does not apply to a peace officer while in the performance of his or her official duties.
Cite this article: FindLaw.com - Illinois Statutes Chapter 720. Criminal Offenses § 5/24-1.5. Reckless discharge of a firearm - last updated January 01, 2022 | https://codes.findlaw.com/il/chapter-720-criminal-offenses/il-st-sect-720-5-24-1-5/
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