Illinois § 3-6030
Full text of Illinois Illinois Compiled Statutes § 3-6030, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 3-6030.
Vacancy; power of deputies. In case of a vacancy in the office of sheriff, every deputy in office under him or her having a process in his or her possession at the time such vacancy happens, shall have the same authority and be under the same obligation to serve, execute and return the same as if the sheriff had continued in office. Any vacancy occurring in the office of sheriff shall be filled as provided in The Election Code. In counties of over 2,000,000 inhabitants, until a vacancy in the office of sheriff is filled as provided in The Election Code, the undersheriff shall be the acting sheriff with all the powers and duties of a sheriff. (Source: P.A. 86-962; 86-1028.)
Frequently Asked Questions About Illinois § 3-6030
What does Illinois Compiled Statutes § 3-6030 cover?
Section 3-6030 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 § 3-6030?
A common citation format is "Illinois Compiled Statutes § 3-6030" (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?
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How does Illinois § 3-6030 apply to my situation?
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