House Sponsors: CROSS, HASSERT AND TURNER,JOHN. Short description: CRIM CD-UNLAWFUL USE WEAPONS Synopsis of Bill as introduced: Amends the Criminal Code of 1961 relating to unlawful use of weapons. Provides that a first violation of carrying or possessing a firearm in a vehicle, concealed upon one's person, or upon a public street or public lands within a municipality is a Class A misdemeanor (instead of Class 4 felony). Provides that a second or subsequent offense is a Class 3 felony. Provides that a person under 21 years of age who commits this violation by carrying or possessing a handgun is guilty of a Class 3 felony. Provides that a gang member who violates these provisions by carrying or possessing a firearm is guilty of a Class 3 felony. Last action on Bill: SESSION SINE DIE Last action date: 99-01-12 Location: House Amendments to Bill: AMENDMENTS ADOPTED: HOUSE - 0 SENATE - 0 END OF INQUIRY Full Text Bill Status