Illinois § 3-806

Full text of Illinois Illinois Compiled Statutes § 3-806, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.

§ 3-806.

Presence at hearing; location. (a) The respondent shall be present at any hearing held under this Act unless his attorney waives his right to be present and the court is satisfied by a clear showing that the respondent's attendance would subject him to substantial risk of serious physical or emotional harm. (b) The court shall make reasonable accommodation of any request by the recipient's attorney concerning the location of the hearing. If the recipient's attorney advises the court that the recipient refuses to attend, the hearing may proceed in his or her absence. (c) No inference may be drawn from the recipient's non-attendance pursuant to either subsection (a) or (b) of this Section. (Source: P.A. 89-439, eff. 6-1-96.)

Frequently Asked Questions About Illinois § 3-806

What does Illinois Compiled Statutes § 3-806 cover?

Section 3-806 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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