Illinois § 23
Full text of Illinois Illinois Compiled Statutes § 23, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 23.
It is unlawful for a pharmacist or pharmacy to pay or promise to pay to any person who owns, operates, manages or is an employee of a hospital, nursing home or other health care facility or to any person authorized by law to prescribe drugs or to any entity in which a person authorized by law to prescribe drugs holds an interest, any rebate, refund, discount, commission or other valuable consideration for, on account of, or based upon income received or resulting from the sale or furnishing by any such pharmacy of drugs or devices, prescriptions or any other service to patients of the above specified persons, organizations or facilities. This shall not be deemed to include rent or other remunerations paid to an individual, partnership, or corporation by a pharmacist or pharmacy for the lease, rental, or use of space, owned or controlled, by the individual, partnership or corporation. (Source: P.A. 85-796.)
Frequently Asked Questions About Illinois § 23
What does Illinois Compiled Statutes § 23 cover?
Section 23 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 § 23?
A common citation format is "Illinois Compiled Statutes § 23" (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 § 23 apply to my situation?
Statutes are interpreted in context, and application depends on your specific facts. Only a licensed attorney in Illinois can advise on how this section applies to you. Contact your state or local bar association for a referral.
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