Illinois § 24
Full text of Illinois Illinois Compiled Statutes § 24, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 24.
Illinois State Police quotas prohibited. The Illinois State Police may not require an Illinois State Police officer to issue a specific number of citations within a designated period of time. This prohibition shall not affect the conditions of any federal or State grants or funds awarded to the Illinois State Police and used to fund traffic enforcement programs. The Illinois State Police may not, for purposes of evaluating an Illinois State Police officer's job performance, compare the number of citations issued by the Illinois State Police officer to the number of citations issued by any other Illinois State Police officer who has similar job duties. Nothing in this Section shall prohibit the Illinois State Police from evaluating an Illinois State Police officer based on the Illinois State Police officer's points of contact. For the purposes of this Section, "points of contact" means any quantifiable contact made in the furtherance of the Illinois State Police officer's duties, including, but not limited to, the number of traffic stops completed, arrests, written warnings, and crime prevention measures. Points of contact shall not include either the issuance of citations or the number of citations issued by an Illinois State Police officer. (Source: P.A. 102-538, eff. 8-20-21.)
Frequently Asked Questions About Illinois § 24
What does Illinois Compiled Statutes § 24 cover?
Section 24 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 § 24?
A common citation format is "Illinois Compiled Statutes § 24" (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 § 24 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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