Illinois § 2-4.5
Full text of Illinois Illinois Compiled Statutes § 2-4.5, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 2-4.5.
Exemptions. For the purposes of this Act, a person does not engage in the trust business by: (1) the rendering of fiduciary services by an attorney-at-law admitted to the practice of law in this State; (2) rendering services as a certified or registered public accountant in the performance of duties as such; (3) acting as a trustee or receiver in bankruptcy; (4) engaging in the business of an escrow agent; (5) receiving rents and proceeds of sale as a licensed real estate broker on behalf of the principal; (6) acting as trustee under a deed of trust made only as security for the payment of money or for the performance of another act; (7) acting in accordance with its authorized powers as a religious, charitable, educational, or other not-for-profit corporation or as a charitable trust or as an unincorporated religious organization; (8) engaging in securities transactions as a dealer or salesman; (9) acting as either a receiver under the supervision of a court or as an assignee for the benefit of creditors under the supervision of a court; or (10) engaging in such other activities that the Commissioner may prescribe by rule. (Source: P.A. 89-364, eff. 8-18-95.)
Frequently Asked Questions About Illinois § 2-4.5
What does Illinois Compiled Statutes § 2-4.5 cover?
Section 2-4.5 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 § 2-4.5?
A common citation format is "Illinois Compiled Statutes § 2-4.5" (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 § 2-4.5 apply to my situation?
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