Illinois § 15
Full text of Illinois Illinois Compiled Statutes § 15, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 15.
Withholding of official transcripts. (a) An institution of higher education: (1) must provide an official transcript of a current or former student even if the current or former student owes a debt if the student requests the official transcript to: (A) complete a job application; (B) transfer from one institution of higher education to another; (C) apply for State, federal, or institutional financial aid; (D) join the United States Armed Forces or Illinois National Guard; or (E) pursue other postsecondary opportunities; (2) may not condition the provision of an official transcript to a current or potential employer on the payment of a debt, other than a fee charged to provide the transcript; and (3) may not charge a higher fee for providing an official transcript or provide less favorable treatment for such a request because a current or former student owes a debt. (b) Nothing in this Section prohibits an institution of higher education from adopting a more lenient policy on providing an official transcript to a current or former student who owes a debt. (Source: P.A. 102-998, eff. 5-27-22; 103-54, eff. 6-9-23.)
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?
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How does Illinois § 15 apply to my situation?
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