Illinois § 205
Full text of Illinois Illinois Compiled Statutes § 205, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 205.
Notice; Opportunity To Be Heard; Joinder. (a) Before a child-custody determination is made under this Act, notice and an opportunity to be heard in accordance with the standards of Section 108 must be given to all persons entitled to notice under the law of this State as in child-custody proceedings between residents of this State, any parent whose parental rights have not been previously terminated, and any person having physical custody of the child. (b) This Act does not govern the enforceability of a child-custody determination made without notice or an opportunity to be heard. (c) The obligation to join a party and the right to intervene as a party in a child-custody proceeding under this Act are governed by the law of this State as in child-custody proceedings between residents of this State. (Source: P.A. 93-108, eff. 1-1-04.)
Frequently Asked Questions About Illinois § 205
What does Illinois Compiled Statutes § 205 cover?
Section 205 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 § 205?
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