Illinois § 3-207
Full text of Illinois Illinois Compiled Statutes § 3-207, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 3-207.
Exclusiveness of procedure. The method provided in this Act of perfecting and giving notice of security interests subject to this Act is exclusive. Security interests subject to this Act are hereby exempted from the provisions of law which otherwise require or relate to the recording or filing of instruments creating or evidencing security interests in vehicles including chattel mortgages and conditional sale agreements, provided, however, that with respect to a manufactured home that is or will be affixed to a permanent foundation, upon recordation of an affidavit of affixation pursuant to the Conveyance and Encumbrance of Manufactured Homes as Real Property and Severance Act and satisfaction of the requirements of Section 3-116.1 or 3-116.2, as applicable, any perfection or termination of a security interest with respect to such permanently affixed property shall be governed by the laws applicable to real property. (Source: P.A. 98-749, eff. 7-16-14.)
Frequently Asked Questions About Illinois § 3-207
What does Illinois Compiled Statutes § 3-207 cover?
Section 3-207 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 § 3-207?
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Is this the official text of Illinois law?
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