Illinois § 5-15
Full text of Illinois Illinois Compiled Statutes § 5-15, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 5-15.
Order for hearing; notice. (a) Upon the submission of the petition to the circuit court as provided in Section 5-10, the circuit court shall enter an order setting the date of the hearing on the petition and naming the judge who will preside at the hearing. (b) The petitioners shall publish notice of the time, date, and place of the hearing, including the name of the judge who will preside at the hearing. The notice shall be published in accordance with Section 1-30. The petitioners shall also, concurrently with the publication of the notice of the hearing, send notice of the hearing and a copy of the petition to the board of trustees of each public library serving an area contiguous to or within the proposed library district boundaries. (Source: P.A. 87-1277.)
Frequently Asked Questions About Illinois § 5-15
What does Illinois Compiled Statutes § 5-15 cover?
Section 5-15 is part of the Illinois Compiled Statutes, the codified statutory law of Illinois. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Illinois § 5-15?
A common citation format is "Illinois Compiled Statutes § 5-15" (Illinois). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of Illinois law?
No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the Illinois official source linked on this page or consult a licensed Illinois attorney.
How does Illinois § 5-15 apply to my situation?
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