Illinois § 1-20
Full text of Illinois Illinois Compiled Statutes § 1-20, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 1-20.
Tax lien perfected. (a) When a notice of tax lien is filed by the Department in the registry, the tax lien is perfected and shall be attached to all of the existing and after-acquired: (1) personal property of the debtor, both tangible and intangible, which is located in any and all counties within the State of Illinois; and (2) real property of the debtor located in the county or counties as specified in the notice of tax lien. (b) The amount of the tax lien shall be a debt due the State of Illinois and shall remain a lien upon all property and rights to: (1) personal property belonging to the debtor, both tangible and intangible, which is located in any and all counties within the State of Illinois; and (2) real property of the debtor located in the county or counties as specified in the notice of tax lien. Interest and penalty shall accrue on the tax lien at the same rate and with the same restrictions, if any, as specified by statute for the accrual of interest and penalty for the type of tax or taxes for which the tax lien was issued. (Source: P.A. 100-22, eff. 1-1-18; 100-722, eff. 8-3-18.)
Frequently Asked Questions About Illinois § 1-20
What does Illinois Compiled Statutes § 1-20 cover?
Section 1-20 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 § 1-20?
A common citation format is "Illinois Compiled Statutes § 1-20" (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 § 1-20 apply to my situation?
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