Illinois § 23

Full text of Illinois Illinois Compiled Statutes § 23, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.

§ 23.

Any person who, directly or through an employee or agent, (a) willfully kills, injures, disturbs or removes any animal or plant or willfully damages, destroys or removes any object, or attempts to do any of the preceding, on a dedicated area, except as provided by rule for scientific research or for management to preserve or restore natural conditions, or on a registered area, except as provided by rule, (b) enters a dedicated or registered area that is closed to the public contrary to the rules or without permission of the owner or custodian or (c) otherwise violates this Act or any rule is guilty of a Class A misdemeanor. When the violation is a continuing offense, each day shall be considered a separate violation. Enforcements under Sections 21, 22 and 23 may be concurrent or separate. (Source: P.A. 85-150.)

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?

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Is this the official text of Illinois law?

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How does Illinois § 23 apply to my situation?

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