Illinois § 1304
Full text of Illinois Illinois Compiled Statutes § 1304, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 1304.
Certified copies and certificates. (a) Copies, photostatic or otherwise, of any and all documents filed in the Office of the Secretary of State in accordance with the provisions of this Act, when certified by the Secretary of State under the Great Seal of the State of Illinois, shall be taken and received in all courts, public offices and official bodies as prima facie evidence of the facts therein stated. (b) Certificates by the Secretary of State under the Great Seal of the State of Illinois as to the existence or nonexistence of facts relating to limited partnerships, or foreign limited partnerships, which would not appear from a certified copy of any document, shall be taken and received in all courts, public offices and official bodies as prima facie evidence of the existence or nonexistence of the facts therein stated. (Source: P.A. 93-967, eff. 1-1-05.)
Frequently Asked Questions About Illinois § 1304
What does Illinois Compiled Statutes § 1304 cover?
Section 1304 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 § 1304?
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Is this the official text of Illinois law?
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How does Illinois § 1304 apply to my situation?
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