Illinois § 12-1
Full text of Illinois Illinois Compiled Statutes § 12-1, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 12-1.
Assault. (a) A person commits an assault when, without lawful authority, he or she knowingly engages in conduct which places another in reasonable apprehension of receiving a battery. (b) Sentence. Assault is a Class C misdemeanor. (c) In addition to any other sentence that may be imposed, a court shall order any person convicted of assault to perform community service for not less than 30 and not more than 120 hours, if community service is available in the jurisdiction and is funded and approved by the county board of the county where the offense was committed. In addition, whenever any person is placed on supervision for an alleged offense under this Section, the supervision shall be conditioned upon the performance of the community service. This subsection does not apply when the court imposes a sentence of incarceration. (Source: P.A. 96-1551, eff. 7-1-11.)
Frequently Asked Questions About Illinois § 12-1
What does Illinois Compiled Statutes § 12-1 cover?
Section 12-1 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 § 12-1?
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Is this the official text of Illinois law?
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How does Illinois § 12-1 apply to my situation?
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