Illinois § 16b
Full text of Illinois Illinois Compiled Statutes § 16b, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 16b.
Gift ban. (a) An attorney appearing before the Commission shall not provide compensation or any gift to any person in exchange for the referral of a client involving a matter to be heard before the Commission except for a division of a fee between lawyers who are not in the same firm in accordance with Rule 1.5 of the Code of Professional Responsibility. For purposes of this Section, "gift" means any gratuity, discount, entertainment, hospitality, loan, forbearance, or any other tangible or intangible item having monetary value including, but not limited to, cash, food and drink, and honoraria except for food or refreshments not exceeding $75 per person in value on a single calendar day, provided that the food or refreshments are (1) consumed on the premises from which they were purchased or prepared or (2) catered. "Catered" means food or refreshments that are purchased ready to eat and delivered by any means. (b) Violation of this Section is a Class A misdemeanor. (Source: P.A. 97-18, eff. 6-28-11.)
Frequently Asked Questions About Illinois § 16b
What does Illinois Compiled Statutes § 16b cover?
Section 16b 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 § 16b?
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Is this the official text of Illinois law?
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