Illinois § 28-1
Full text of Illinois Illinois Compiled Statutes § 28-1, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 28-1.
Purpose and scope of Article.) This Article permits an executor or administrator to administer the estate without court order or filings, except to the extent that court order or filing is required by this Article or is requested by any interested person pursuant to this Article. This Article shall apply to all estates after the effective date of this Amendatory Act of 1983, whether letters of office are issued before, on or after that date. All provisions of this Act dealing with decedents' estates that are not inconsistent with this Article apply to and govern independent administration. (Source: P.A. 83-900.)
Frequently Asked Questions About Illinois § 28-1
What does Illinois Compiled Statutes § 28-1 cover?
Section 28-1 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 § 28-1?
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Is this the official text of Illinois law?
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