Illinois § 8.2

Full text of Illinois Illinois Compiled Statutes § 8.2, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.

§ 8.2.

Firearm Owner's Identification Card denial, suspension, or revocation. The Illinois State Police shall deny an application or shall suspend or revoke and seize a Firearm Owner's Identification Card previously issued under this Act if the Department finds that the applicant or person to whom such card was issued is or was at the time of issuance subject to a protective order issued under the laws of this or any other jurisdiction. When the duration of the protective order is expected to be less than one year, the Illinois State Police may suspend the Firearm Owner's Identification Card under Section 8.3 of the Act and shall reinstate it upon conclusion of the suspension if no other grounds for denial or revocation are found under Section 8 of the Act. (Source: P.A. 102-237, eff. 1-1-22; 102-538, eff. 8-20-21.)

Frequently Asked Questions About Illinois § 8.2

What does Illinois Compiled Statutes § 8.2 cover?

Section 8.2 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.

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