Illinois § 160
Full text of Illinois Illinois Compiled Statutes § 160, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 160.
Summary suspension of license. The Secretary may summarily suspend the license of a respiratory care practitioner without a hearing, simultaneously with the institution of proceedings for a hearing provided for in Section 105 of this Act, if the Secretary finds that evidence in his or her possession indicates that the continuation of practice by the respiratory care practitioner would constitute an imminent danger to the public. In the event that the Secretary summarily suspends the license of respiratory care practitioner without a hearing, a hearing must be commenced within 30 calendar days after the suspension has occurred and concluded as expeditiously as practical. (Source: P.A. 99-230, eff. 8-3-15.) (Text of Section after amendment by P.A. 104-152) (Section scheduled to be repealed on January 1, 2031) Sec. 160. Summary suspension of license. The Secretary may summarily suspend the license of a respiratory care practitioner without a hearing, simultaneously with the institution of proceedings for a hearing provided for in Section 105 of this Act, if the Secretary finds that evidence in the Secretary's possession indicates that the continuation of practice by the respiratory care practitioner would constitute an imminent danger to the public. In the event that the Secretary summarily suspends the license of respiratory care practitioner without a hearing, a hearing must be commenced within 30 calendar days after the suspension has occurred and concluded as expeditiously as practical. (Source: P.A. 104-152, eff. 1-1-26.)
Frequently Asked Questions About Illinois § 160
What does Illinois Compiled Statutes § 160 cover?
Section 160 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 § 160?
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