Illinois § 10-135
Full text of Illinois Illinois Compiled Statutes § 10-135, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 10-135.
Habeas corpus to testify. The several courts having authority to grant relief by habeas corpus, may enter orders, when necessary, to bring before them any prisoner to testify, or to be surrendered in discharge of pretrial release, or for trial upon any criminal charge lawfully pending in the same court or to testify in a criminal proceeding in another state as provided for by Section 2 of the "Uniform Act to secure the attendance of witnesses from within or without a state in criminal proceedings", approved July 23, 1959, as heretofore or hereafter amended; and the order may be directed to any county in the State, and there be served and returned by any officer to whom it is directed. (Source: P.A. 101-652, eff. 1-1-23.)
Frequently Asked Questions About Illinois § 10-135
What does Illinois Compiled Statutes § 10-135 cover?
Section 10-135 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 § 10-135?
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Is this the official text of Illinois law?
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How does Illinois § 10-135 apply to my situation?
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