Illinois Compiled Statutes 720 ILCS 5/30-1 – Treason
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(a) A person owing allegiance to this State commits treason when he or she knowingly:
(1) levies war against this State; or
(2) adheres to the enemies of this State, giving them
(1) levies war against this State; or
Terms Used In Illinois Compiled Statutes 720 ILCS 5/30-1
- State: when applied to different parts of the United States, may be construed to include the District of Columbia and the several territories, and the words "United States" may be construed to include the said district and territories. See Illinois Compiled Statutes 5 ILCS 70/1.14
- Testimony: Evidence presented orally by witnesses during trials or before grand juries.
(2) adheres to the enemies of this State, giving them
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aid or comfort.
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(b) No person may be convicted of treason except on the testimony of 2 witnesses to the same overt act, or on his confession in open court.
(c) Sentence. Treason is a Class X felony.
(c) Sentence. Treason is a Class X felony.