Illinois § 3-6033
Full text of Illinois Illinois Compiled Statutes § 3-6033, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 3-6033.
Citizenship and residence. The sheriff of any county or the corporate authorities of any municipality may authorize, empower, employ, or permit a person to act as deputy sheriff or special policeman for the purpose of preserving the peace who is a citizen of the United States, who is legally authorized under federal law to work in the United States and is authorized under federal law to obtain, carry, or purchase or otherwise possess a firearm, or who is an individual against whom immigration action has been deferred by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services under the federal Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) process and is authorized under federal law to obtain, carry, or purchase or otherwise possess a firearm. (Source: P.A. 103-357, eff. 1-1-24.)
Frequently Asked Questions About Illinois § 3-6033
What does Illinois Compiled Statutes § 3-6033 cover?
Section 3-6033 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 § 3-6033?
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Is this the official text of Illinois law?
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How does Illinois § 3-6033 apply to my situation?
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