Illinois § 3.2

Full text of Illinois Illinois Compiled Statutes § 3.2, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.

§ 3.2.

Where the proprietor or manager of a hotel transports to or from the hotel in conveyance owned or operated by the hotel any property or effects of any kind whatsoever on behalf of a guest thereof, such hotel or the manager or proprietor thereof is not liable to such guest or other owner of such property or effects for any loss of or damage to any such property or effects in excess of the following amounts, respectively: Trunks and contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $250 Valises and traveling cases and contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $ 75 Boxes, parcels and packages and contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $ 25 All other property and effects . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $ 75 regardless of whether such loss or damage is occasioned by theft, the fault or negligence of such proprietor or manager or his agents or employees, or otherwise, unless the manager or proprietor of such hotel has contracted by a separate agreement in writing to assume a greater liability. (Source: Laws 1959, p. 1765.)

Frequently Asked Questions About Illinois § 3.2

What does Illinois Compiled Statutes § 3.2 cover?

Section 3.2 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.

How do I cite Illinois § 3.2?

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Is this the official text of Illinois law?

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How does Illinois § 3.2 apply to my situation?

Statutes are interpreted in context, and application depends on your specific facts. Only a licensed attorney in Illinois can advise on how this section applies to you. Contact your state or local bar association for a referral.

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