Illinois § 216
Full text of Illinois Illinois Compiled Statutes § 216, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 216.
Prohibited Marriages Void if Contracted in Another State.) That if any person residing and intending to continue to reside in this state and who is a person with a disability or prohibited from contracting marriage under the laws of this state, shall go into another state or country and there contract a marriage prohibited and declared void by the laws of this state, such marriage shall be null and void for all purposes in this state with the same effect as though such prohibited marriage had been entered into in this state. (Source: P.A. 99-143, eff. 7-27-15.)
Frequently Asked Questions About Illinois § 216
What does Illinois Compiled Statutes § 216 cover?
Section 216 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 § 216?
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Is this the official text of Illinois law?
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