Illinois § 12-139
Full text of Illinois Illinois Compiled Statutes § 12-139, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 12-139.
Redemption by joint owner. Except as to any sale had by virtue of a judgment of foreclosure in accordance with Article XV of this Code, any joint owner, his or her heirs, executors, administrators or assigns, or a judgment creditor of such joint owner, may redeem the interest of such joint owner in the premises sold under judgment, in the manner and upon the conditions hereinbefore provided, upon the payment of his or her proportion of the amount which would be necessary to redeem the whole. (Source: P.A. 85-907.)
Frequently Asked Questions About Illinois § 12-139
What does Illinois Compiled Statutes § 12-139 cover?
Section 12-139 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.
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