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Current as of January 01, 2025 | Updated by Findlaw Staff
§ 50. Methamphetamine-related child endangerment.
(a) Methamphetamine-related child endangerment.
(1) It is unlawful to engage in methamphetamine-related child endangerment. A person engages in methamphetamine-related child endangerment when the person knowingly endangers the life and health of a child by exposing or allowing exposure of the child to a methamphetamine manufacturing environment.
(2) A person who violates paragraph (1) of this subsection (a) is guilty of a Class 2 felony.
(b) Aggravated methamphetamine-related child endangerment.
(1) It is unlawful to engage in aggravated methamphetamine-related child endangerment. A person engages in aggravated methamphetamine-related child endangerment when the person violates paragraph (1) of this subsection (a) of this Section and the child experiences death, great bodily harm, disability, or disfigurement as a result of the methamphetamine-related child endangerment.
(2) A person who violates paragraph (1) of this subsection (b) is guilty of a Class X felony, subject to a term of imprisonment of not less than 6 years and not more than 30 years, and subject to a fine not to exceed $100,000.
Cite this article: FindLaw.com - Illinois Statutes Chapter 720. Criminal Offenses § 646/50. Methamphetamine-related child endangerment - last updated January 01, 2025 | https://codes.findlaw.com/il/chapter-720-criminal-offenses/il-st-sect-720-646-50/
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