Illinois § 15
Full text of Illinois Illinois Compiled Statutes § 15, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 15.
Prohibitions on smoking. (a) Beginning on July 1, 2015, smoking is prohibited on each campus of a State-supported institution of higher education. The prohibition set forth in this subsection (a) shall not apply to any instance in which an individual is traveling through or parked on a campus in a vehicle that is not owned by a State-supported institution of higher education. (b) An individual or campus subject to the smoking prohibitions of this Act may not discriminate or retaliate in any manner against a person for making a complaint of a violation of this Act or furnishing information concerning a violation to a person, campus, or governing authority. (c) The prohibitions on smoking in this Act must be communicated to all students and employees of State-supported institutions of higher education on or before May 1, 2015 and to each guest of a State-supported institution of higher education upon request. (d) Each State-supported institution of higher education shall create and post on its Internet website a smoke-free campus map indicating the locations where smoking is prohibited under this Act. (Source: P.A. 98-979, eff. 8-18-14; 98-985, eff. 8-18-14.)
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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