Illinois § 1

Full text of Illinois Illinois Compiled Statutes § 1, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.

§ 1.

There is imposed, on the privilege of operating every coin-in-the-slot-operated amusement device, including a device operated or operable by insertion of coins, tokens, chips or similar objects, in this State which returns to the player thereof no money or property or right to receive money or property, and on the privilege of operating in this State a redemption machine as defined in Section 28-2 of the Criminal Code of 2012, an annual privilege tax of $30 for each device for a period beginning on or after August 1 of any year and prior to August 1 of the succeeding year. (Source: P.A. 97-1150, eff. 1-25-13.)

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?

A common citation format is "Illinois Compiled Statutes § 1" (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?

No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the Illinois official source linked on this page or consult a licensed Illinois attorney.

How does Illinois § 1 apply to my situation?

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