CRIM CD-EXTORTION House SponsorsRep. Sidney H. Mathias 1/8/2013HouseSession Sine Die 720 ILCS 5/12-6.6 new Amends the Criminal Code of 1961. Creates the offense of extortion. Provides that a person commits the offense when he or she knowingly obtains property from another, with his or her consent, induced by wrongful use of actual or threatened force, violence, or fear, or under color of official right. Establishes penalties based on the value of the property extorted. 2/7/2012HouseFiled with the Clerk by Rep. Sidney H. Mathias 2/7/2012HouseFirst Reading 2/7/2012HouseReferred to Rules Committee 1/8/2013HouseSession Sine Die