Illinois § 10-131
Full text of Illinois Illinois Compiled Statutes § 10-131, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 10-131.
Custody not to be changed. Any person being committed to any prison, or in the custody of any sheriff or other officer or person for any criminal or supposed criminal matter, shall not be removed therefrom into any other prison or custody, unless it is done by habeas corpus order or some other legal process or when it is expressly allowed by law. If any person removes, or causes to be removed any prisoner so committed, except as above provided, he or she shall forfeit to the party affected a sum not exceeding $300. (Source: P.A. 83-707.)
Frequently Asked Questions About Illinois § 10-131
What does Illinois Compiled Statutes § 10-131 cover?
Section 10-131 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 § 10-131?
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