Illinois § 120
Full text of Illinois Illinois Compiled Statutes § 120, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 120.
Criminal penalties. (a) Any person who violates any of the following provisions shall be guilty of a Class A misdemeanor for the first offense: (1) the practice of or attempted practice as a fire equipment distributor or employee without a license; (2) the obtaining of or the attempting to obtain a license, practice, or business or any other thing of value by fraudulent representation; (3) permitting, directing, or authorizing any person in one's employ or under one's direction or supervision to work or serve as a licensee if that individual does not possess an appropriate valid license. (b) Whenever any person is punished as a repeat offender under this Section, the State Fire Marshal may proceed to obtain a permanent injunction against the person under Section 10. (c) If any person in making an oath or affidavit required by this Act swears falsely, that person is guilty of perjury and upon conviction thereof, may be punished accordingly. (d) A person who violates any Section of this Act other than this Section shall be guilty of a Class A misdemeanor for the first offense. A second or subsequent offense in violation of any Section of this Act, including this Section, is a Class 4 felony. (Source: P.A. 96-1499, eff. 1-18-11.)
Frequently Asked Questions About Illinois § 120
What does Illinois Compiled Statutes § 120 cover?
Section 120 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 § 120?
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Is this the official text of Illinois law?
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