Illinois § 12.3
Full text of Illinois Illinois Compiled Statutes § 12.3, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 12.3.
Violations of the Illinois Minimum Wage Law and the Wage Payment and Collection Act. (a) It is a violation of this Act for an employment agency to refer an individual for employment at a wage rate less than that established by Section 4 of the Illinois Minimum Wage Law, or to facilitate underpayment of wages by an employer in any manner. An employment agency that knowingly refers an individual for employment at less than the minimum wage that results in underpayment to an employee is jointly liable for statutory damages as provided for in Section 12 of the Illinois Minimum Wage Law. (b) It is a violation of this Act for an employment agency to facilitate illegal deductions from wages or nonpayment of wages by an employer in violation of the Wage Payment and Collection Act. An employment agency that facilitates illegal deduction of wages or nonpayment of wages is jointly liable for statutory damages as provided for in Section 14 of the Wage Payment and Collection Act. (Source: P.A. 99-422, eff. 1-1-16.)
Frequently Asked Questions About Illinois § 12.3
What does Illinois Compiled Statutes § 12.3 cover?
Section 12.3 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 § 12.3?
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Is this the official text of Illinois law?
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How does Illinois § 12.3 apply to my situation?
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