Illinois § 124B-160
Full text of Illinois Illinois Compiled Statutes § 124B-160, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 124B-160.
Sec. 124B-160. Petition for forfeiture; forfeiture hearing; burden of proof. (a) The Attorney General or State's Attorney may file a petition for forfeiture of property in connection with an offense as defined in this Article, and, within a reasonable time after sentencing, the court shall conduct a hearing to determine whether any property is subject to forfeiture under this Article. Every person with any property interest in the property alleged to be subject to forfeiture may appear as a party and present evidence at the hearing. (b) At the forfeiture hearing, the State has the burden of establishing, by a preponderance of the evidence, that the property is subject to forfeiture under this Article. (Source: P.A. 96-712, eff. 1-1-10.)
Frequently Asked Questions About Illinois § 124B-160
What does Illinois Compiled Statutes § 124B-160 cover?
Section 124B-160 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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