Illinois § 40

Full text of Illinois Illinois Compiled Statutes § 40, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.

§ 40.

Powers of the Council. The Council shall have the following duties: (1) to examine all records of the purchaser and seller that the Council may consider relevant to the complaint; (2) to investigate and conduct such tests as may be necessary to determine the validity of the complaint or to contract for qualified persons to perform such investigation and tests; (3) to hold meetings at a time and place as the chairperson may direct upon at least 10 days written notice to all parties; (4) to negotiate and recommend to the purchaser and seller conditions for settlement of the complaint; (5) to present at an administrative hearing results of the investigation of the complaint with recommendations to the purchaser and seller of conditions for settlement of the complaint; (6) to subpoena the purchaser and seller; (7) to require all records and information to be presented to the Council (duces tecum); (8) to enter upon the premises of the purchaser and seller to secure information and perform investigations under this Act; and (9) to recommend to the Director that an administrative hearing be held when the arbitration recommendation was not accepted by the purchaser and seller. (Source: P.A. 87-186.)

Frequently Asked Questions About Illinois § 40

What does Illinois Compiled Statutes § 40 cover?

Section 40 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 § 40?

A common citation format is "Illinois Compiled Statutes § 40" (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 § 40 apply to my situation?

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