Illinois § 3

Full text of Illinois Illinois Compiled Statutes § 3, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.

§ 3.

Nothing in this Act affects the rights of the owners of trees or forest products nor imposes any duties or liabilities on them not otherwise imposed by law. This Act is, rather, intended to protect the rights of the owners of trees and forest products as well as the interests of the public in trees and forest products on public lands. (Source: P.A. 77-2801.) (Text of Section after amendment by P.A. 104-419) Sec. 3. Nothing in this Act affects the rights of the owners of trees nor imposes any duties or liabilities on them not otherwise imposed by law. This Act is, rather, intended to protect the rights of the owners of trees, identify the transportation of stolen timber, and protect the public interest in trees on public lands. (Source: P.A. 104-419, eff. 1-1-26.)

Frequently Asked Questions About Illinois § 3

What does Illinois Compiled Statutes § 3 cover?

Section 3 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.

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