Illinois § 215.5

Full text of Illinois Illinois Compiled Statutes § 215.5, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.

§ 215.5.

Petitioner testimony at plenary civil no contact order hearing. In a plenary civil no contact order hearing, if a court finds that testimony by the petitioner in the courtroom may result in serious emotional distress to the petitioner, the court may order that the examination of the petitioner be conducted in chambers. Counsel shall be present at the examination unless otherwise agreed upon by the parties. The court shall cause a court reporter to be present who shall make a complete record of the examination instantaneously to be part of the record in the case. (Source: P.A. 96-311, eff. 1-1-10.)

Frequently Asked Questions About Illinois § 215.5

What does Illinois Compiled Statutes § 215.5 cover?

Section 215.5 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 § 215.5?

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Is this the official text of Illinois law?

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