Illinois § 5010
Full text of Illinois Illinois Compiled Statutes § 5010, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 5010.
Unlawful possession. Any person subject to this Act who possesses an explosive material without having obtained a valid license or certificate under this Act is guilty of a Class 3 felony unless otherwise exempted under Section 1005 or 2000 of this Act. Any person subject to this Act who transfers explosive material to a person who does not possess a valid license or certificate under this Act is guilty of a Class 3 felony unless otherwise exempted under Section 1005 or 2000 of this Act. (Source: P.A. 96-1194, eff. 1-1-11.) (Text of Section after amendment by P.A. 104-420) Sec. 5010. Unlawful possession, storage, and transfer. (a) It is a violation of this Act for any person to: (1) possesses explosive material without having obtained a valid license or certificate under this Act; (2) store explosive material without having obtained a valid storage certificate issued pursuant to this Act; (3) transfer explosive material to a person who does not possess a valid license or certificate under this Act; or (4) obtain control over stolen explosive material knowing that the explosive material is stolen or under such circumstances where a reasonable person would believe the explosive material was stolen. (b) A person convicted of a violation of paragraph (1), (2), or (3) of subsection (a) is guilty of a Class 3 felony unless otherwise exempted under Section 1005 or 2000 of this Act. A person convicted of a violation of paragraph (4) of subsection (a) is guilty of a Class 3 felony. (Source: P.A. 104-420, eff. 1-1-26.)
Frequently Asked Questions About Illinois § 5010
What does Illinois Compiled Statutes § 5010 cover?
Section 5010 is part of the Illinois Compiled Statutes, the codified statutory law of Illinois. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Illinois § 5010?
A common citation format is "Illinois Compiled Statutes § 5010" (Illinois). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of Illinois law?
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How does Illinois § 5010 apply to my situation?
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