Illinois § 20-8
Full text of Illinois Illinois Compiled Statutes § 20-8, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 20-8.
Vehicle traffic control. A cemetery authority shall use its reasonable best efforts to ensure that funeral processions entering and exiting the cemetery grounds do not obstruct traffic on any street for a period in excess of 10 minutes, except where such funeral procession is continuously moving or cannot be moved by reason of circumstances over which the cemetery authority has no reasonable control. The cemetery authority shall use its reasonable best efforts to help prevent multiple funeral processions from arriving at the cemetery simultaneously. Notwithstanding any provision of this Act to the contrary, a cemetery authority that violates the provisions of this Section shall be guilty of a business offense and punishable by a fine of not more than $500 for each offense. (Source: P.A. 96-863, eff. 3-1-10.)
Frequently Asked Questions About Illinois § 20-8
What does Illinois Compiled Statutes § 20-8 cover?
Section 20-8 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 § 20-8?
A common citation format is "Illinois Compiled Statutes § 20-8" (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?
No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the Illinois official source linked on this page or consult a licensed Illinois attorney.
How does Illinois § 20-8 apply to my situation?
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