Illinois § 211
Full text of Illinois Illinois Compiled Statutes § 211, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 211.
Continuing, exclusive jurisdiction to modify spousal-support order. (a) A tribunal of this State issuing a spousal-support order consistent with the law of this State has continuing, exclusive jurisdiction to modify the spousal-support order throughout the existence of the support obligation. (b) A tribunal of this State may not modify a spousal-support order issued by a tribunal of another state or a foreign country having continuing, exclusive jurisdiction over that order under the law of that state or foreign country. (c) A tribunal of this State that has continuing, exclusive jurisdiction over a spousal-support order may serve as: (1) an initiating tribunal to request a tribunal of another state to enforce the spousal-support order issued in this State; or (2) a responding tribunal to enforce or modify its own spousal-support order. (Source: P.A. 99-119, eff. 1-1-16.)
Frequently Asked Questions About Illinois § 211
What does Illinois Compiled Statutes § 211 cover?
Section 211 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 § 211?
A common citation format is "Illinois Compiled Statutes § 211" (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?
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How does Illinois § 211 apply to my situation?
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