Illinois § 21-104
Full text of Illinois Illinois Compiled Statutes § 21-104, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 21-104.
Process and notice to persons outside this State. (a) Process in change of name proceedings shall be governed by this Code. (b) Notice in all change of name proceedings required for the exercise of jurisdiction over a person outside this State shall be given in a manner best calculated to give actual notice and shall be given in one of the following manners: (1) By personal delivery outside this State in the manner prescribed for service of process within this State. (2) In the manner prescribed by the law of the place in which the service is made for service of process in that place in an action in any of its courts of general jurisdiction. (3) By any form of mail addressed to the person to be served and requesting a receipt. (4) As directed by the court if other means of notification are ineffective. (c) Notice under this Section shall be served, mailed, or delivered at least 10 days before any hearing in this State. (d) Proof of service outside this State may be made by affidavit of the individual who made the service or in the manner prescribed by the law of this State, the order pursuant to which the service is made, or the law of the place in which the service is made. If service is made by mail, proof may be a receipt signed by the addressee or other evidence of delivery to the addressee. (Source: P.A. 87-409.)
Frequently Asked Questions About Illinois § 21-104
What does Illinois Compiled Statutes § 21-104 cover?
Section 21-104 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 § 21-104?
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Is this the official text of Illinois law?
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