Illinois § 15a
Full text of Illinois Illinois Compiled Statutes § 15a, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 15a.
Issuance of Non-Binding Statements. The Secretary of State, or any person designated by him or her, may issue a statement concerning the applicability of the Act or the rules and regulations thereunder to any transaction or proposed transaction which may be subject to the Act. No statement issued by the Secretary of State or his or her designee pursuant to this Section 15a shall be binding upon the Secretary of State or the State of Illinois, or shall be admissible in any administrative, civil or criminal action as, or shall otherwise constitute, a legal opinion of the Secretary of State. Each application for a statement pursuant to this Section 15a shall be filed with the Secretary of State in the form and manner prescribed by the Secretary of State by rule or regulation, and shall be accompanied by an application fee in the amount specified in Section 11a of this Act, which fee shall not be returnable in any event. (Source: P.A. 84-869.)
Frequently Asked Questions About Illinois § 15a
What does Illinois Compiled Statutes § 15a cover?
Section 15a 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 § 15a?
A common citation format is "Illinois Compiled Statutes § 15a" (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 § 15a apply to my situation?
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