Illinois § 17
Full text of Illinois Illinois Compiled Statutes § 17, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 17.
Venue. An initial application shall be made to the court of the county in which the agreement provides the arbitration hearing shall be held or, if the hearing has been held, in the county in which it was held. Otherwise the application shall be made in the county where the adverse party resides or has a place of business or, if he has no residence or place of business in this State, to the court of any county. All subsequent applications shall be made to the court hearing the initial application unless the court otherwise directs. (Source: Laws 1961, p. 3844.)
Frequently Asked Questions About Illinois § 17
What does Illinois Compiled Statutes § 17 cover?
Section 17 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 § 17?
A common citation format is "Illinois Compiled Statutes § 17" (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?
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How does Illinois § 17 apply to my situation?
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