510 ILCS 70/3.02: Aggravated Cruelty is defined as: "intentionally commit an act that causes a companion animal to suffer serious injury or death." Euthanasia by a method recognized by the Department of Agriculture is exempted. Conviction is a Class 4 Felony, a subsequent conviction is a Class 3 felony. In addition to other penalties provided by law, the person may be required to undergo psychological evaluation and treatment.