Illinois House Bill 1617: VEHICLE SECURITY CIRCUMVENTION

Illinois · 104th session

What it does

Amends the Criminal Code of 2012. Provides that the offense of possession of burglary tools includes possessing a vehicle security circumvention device and not being a: (1) mechanic; (2) licensed new or used vehicle dealer; (3) licensed locksmith; (4) repossession agent; or (5) State or local law enforcement officer. Provides that a violation is a Class C misdemeanor. Provides that the offense of unlawful sale of burglary tools includes knowingly selling or transferring a vehicle security circumvention device with knowledge that the device will be used by the person or another to commit a violation of law. Provides that a violation is a petty offense. Defines "vehicle security circumvention device".

Latest action

House Committee Amendment No. 2 Rule 19(c) / Re-referred to Rules Committee (2025-03-21)

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