Illinois § 2-5

Full text of Illinois Illinois Compiled Statutes § 2-5, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.

§ 2-5.

Multi-township assessors. Townships with less than 1,000 inhabitants shall not elect assessors for each township but shall elect multi-township assessors. (1) If 2 or more townships with less than 1,000 inhabitants are contiguous, one multi-township assessor shall be elected to assess the property in as many of the townships as are contiguous and whose combined population is 1,000 or more inhabitants. (2) If any township of less than 1,000 inhabitants is not contiguous to another township of less than 1,000 inhabitants, one multi-township assessor shall be elected to assess the property of that township and any other township to which it is contiguous. (Source: P.A. 87-818; 88-455.)

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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