Illinois § 15
Full text of Illinois Illinois Compiled Statutes § 15, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 15.
To police such area and to exercise police power with respect thereto and to employ and commission policemen. Such policemen and trustees of the authority are authorized to enforce all ordinances of the authority, to act as conservators of the peace and to arrest, with or without process, any person who breaks the peace or is found violating any ordinance of the authority or any criminal law of this State; and to commit arrested persons for examination without unnecessary delay. All warrants for the violation of ordinances of the authority, or the State criminal law, to whomsoever directed, may be served and executed within the limits of an authority by any policemen thereof. For this purpose policemen have all the common law and statutory power of sheriffs. (Source: P.A. 76-1383.)
Frequently Asked Questions About Illinois § 15
What does Illinois Compiled Statutes § 15 cover?
Section 15 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 § 15?
A common citation format is "Illinois Compiled Statutes § 15" (Illinois). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of Illinois law?
No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the Illinois official source linked on this page or consult a licensed Illinois attorney.
How does Illinois § 15 apply to my situation?
Statutes are interpreted in context, and application depends on your specific facts. Only a licensed attorney in Illinois can advise on how this section applies to you. Contact your state or local bar association for a referral.
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