Is unlawful use of a weapon a felony in Illinois? There are a lot of rumors going around about whether it’s a misdemeanor, a felony, or both – so here’s what you need to know. Is Unlawful Use of a Weapon a Felony in Illinois? Unlawful use of a weapon, commonly called UUW, can be…

  Illinois has some of the strictest gun laws in the country—but if you have a valid Firearm Owner’s Identification card, or FOID, you’re allowed to possess a gun. That doesn’t mean you can carry it with you wherever you go, though. Unless you’re transporting your gunfrom one location to another for a valid purpose (like moving,…