Illinois § 12-912
Full text of Illinois Illinois Compiled Statutes § 12-912, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 12-912.
Sale of premises - Distribution of proceeds. In case of such surplus, or the amount due on the judgment is not paid within the 60 days, the officer may advertise and sell the premises, and out of the proceeds of such sale pay to such judgment debtor the sum of $15,000, and apply the balance on the judgment. (Source: P.A. 94-293, eff. 1-1-06.) (Text of Section after amendment by P.A. 104-120) Sec. 12-912. Sale of premises - Distribution of proceeds. In case of such surplus, or the amount due on the judgment is not paid within the 60 days, the officer may advertise and sell the premises, and out of the proceeds of such sale pay to such judgment debtor the sum of $50,000 for premises owned by an individual owner or $100,000 for premises owned by 2 or more individual owners, and apply the balance on the judgment. (Source: P.A. 104-120, eff. 1-1-26.)
Frequently Asked Questions About Illinois § 12-912
What does Illinois Compiled Statutes § 12-912 cover?
Section 12-912 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 § 12-912?
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