Illinois § 1
Full text of Illinois Illinois Compiled Statutes § 1, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 1.
Whenever a claim is filed with the Department of Human Services or the Department of Corrections for payment of medical fees or charges arising from the medical care or hospitalization of an escapee from a State controlled charitable, penal or reformatory institution, who was injured while being recaptured, the Department of Human Services or the Department of Corrections, as the case may be, shall conduct an investigation to determine the cause and nature of the injuries sustained, whether the care or hospitalization rendered was proper under the circumstances and whether the fees or charges claimed are reasonable. The Department shall forward its findings to the Court of Claims, which shall have the power to hear and determine such claims. (Source: P.A. 89-507, eff. 7-1-97.)
Frequently Asked Questions About Illinois § 1
What does Illinois Compiled Statutes § 1 cover?
Section 1 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 § 1?
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Is this the official text of Illinois law?
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How does Illinois § 1 apply to my situation?
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