Illinois § 10-5
Full text of Illinois Illinois Compiled Statutes § 10-5, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 10-5.
Dissolution-Petition by landowners. When the owners of lands within a district desire to dissolve the district they may so petition the court. The petition must be signed by not less than three-fourths of the adult landowners who own not less than three-fourths of the land in the district. The petition must show (a) the reasons for dissolving the district, (b) that there are no debts of the district outstanding or that there are sufficient funds on hand or available to satisfy such debts, (c) that no contract will be impaired by the dissolution of the district, (d) that the district is not obligated to maintain any bridges and (e) that the petitioners will pay any court costs incurred in connection with the petition. The petition must be verified. (Source: Laws 1955, p. 512.)
Frequently Asked Questions About Illinois § 10-5
What does Illinois Compiled Statutes § 10-5 cover?
Section 10-5 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 § 10-5?
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Is this the official text of Illinois law?
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