Illinois § 2-5
Full text of Illinois Illinois Compiled Statutes § 2-5, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 2-5.
Duration of agency - amendment and revocation. Unless the agency states an earlier termination date, the agency continues until the death of the principal, notwithstanding any lapse of time, the principal's disability or incapacity or appointment of a guardian for the principal after the agency is signed. Every agency may be amended or revoked by the principal, if the principal has the capacity to do so, at any time and in any manner communicated to the agent or to any other person related to the subject matter of the agency, except that revocation and amendment of health care agencies are governed by Section 4-6 of this Act except to the extent the terms of the agencies are inconsistent with that Section. The execution of a power of attorney does not revoke a power of attorney previously executed by the principal unless the subsequent power of attorney provides that the previous power of attorney is revoked or that all other powers of attorney are revoked. (Source: P.A. 96-1195, eff. 7-1-11.)
Frequently Asked Questions About Illinois § 2-5
What does Illinois Compiled Statutes § 2-5 cover?
Section 2-5 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 § 2-5?
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Is this the official text of Illinois law?
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How does Illinois § 2-5 apply to my situation?
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