Illinois § 11
Full text of Illinois Illinois Compiled Statutes § 11, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 11.
All ordinances imposing any fine or penalty or making any appropriation of money shall, within 10 days after their passage, be published either in book or pamphlet form by authority of the board or published at least once in some newspaper published in the district or having a general circulation therein to be designated by the board, and no ordinance imposing any fine or penalty shall take effect until 10 days after it is so published. All other ordinances and all orders or resolutions shall take effect from and after their passage unless otherwise provided therein. All ordinances, orders and resolutions and the date of publication thereof may be proven by the certificate of the secretary of the district under the seal of the corporation and when printed in book or pamphlet form and published by authority of the board, the book or pamphlet shall be received as evidence of the passage and publication of the ordinances, orders and resolutions as of the date mentioned in the book or pamphlet in all courts and places without further proof. (Source: P.A. 87-554; 88-34.)
Frequently Asked Questions About Illinois § 11
What does Illinois Compiled Statutes § 11 cover?
Section 11 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 § 11?
A common citation format is "Illinois Compiled Statutes § 11" (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 § 11 apply to my situation?
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