Illinois § 31-50
Full text of Illinois Illinois Compiled Statutes § 31-50, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 31-50.
Penalties. Any person who willfully falsifies the value of transferred real estate on the transfer declaration required by Section 31-25 or who willfully falsifies or willfully omits any other information required by Section 31-25 or who willfully and falsely claims a transaction to be exempt under Section 31-45 is guilty of a Class B misdemeanor. Any person who knowingly submits a false statement concerning the identity of a grantee under the provisions of this Article is guilty of a Class C misdemeanor. A second or subsequent conviction of an offense is a Class A misdemeanor. A prosecution for any act in violation of this Article may be commenced at any time within 5 years of the commission of the act. Only the buyer or the buyer's representative shall attest to the accuracy of the financing information reported on the declaration and required by Section 31-25. Any person convicted of any offense under this Law is liable for the tax due in addition to any fines imposed by the court. (Source: P.A. 91-555, eff. 1-1-00.)
Frequently Asked Questions About Illinois § 31-50
What does Illinois Compiled Statutes § 31-50 cover?
Section 31-50 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 § 31-50?
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Is this the official text of Illinois law?
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How does Illinois § 31-50 apply to my situation?
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