Illinois § 38

Full text of Illinois Illinois Compiled Statutes § 38, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.

§ 38.

When claims for lien are filed pursuant to the provisions of Sections 7, 25 and 28, the Recorder shall affix thereto a certificate of the date of filing the same, (similar to the certificate affixed to recorded instruments) and make an abstract thereof in a book kept for that purpose and properly indexed, containing the name of the person filing the lien, the amount of the lien, the date of filing, the name of the person against whom the lien is filed, and a description of the property charged with the lien, and if satisfied or released of record the date of filing said satisfaction or release. When a satisfaction or release is filed the Recorder shall affix a certificate of the date of filing similar to that affixed to the claim for lien. For filing a claim for lien and complying with the provisions of this act the recorder shall charge a fee of $12 for the first 4 pages thereof, plus $1 for each additional page thereof, plus $1 for each additional document number therein noted, and for filing a satisfaction or release thereof and affixing his certificate thereto he shall charge a fee of $12 for the first 4 pages thereof, plus $1 for each additional page thereof, plus $1 for each additional document number therein noted. (Source: P.A. 86-1353.)

Frequently Asked Questions About Illinois § 38

What does Illinois Compiled Statutes § 38 cover?

Section 38 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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Is this the official text of Illinois law?

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