Illinois § 39
Full text of Illinois Illinois Compiled Statutes § 39, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 39.
Destruction of records. (a) Period of retention. The Administrator may destroy any disclosure statements or orders, together with the files and folders, as useless or obsolete, 4 years after the date of receipt or issuance. A permanent record shall be maintained of any civil or criminal enforcement of this Act by the Administrator. (b) Microfilm. Copies on microfilm or in other form which may be retained by the Administrator in his discretion of any records destroyed under authority of this Section shall be accepted for all purposes as equivalent to the original when certified by the Administrator. (Source: P.A. 85-551.)
Frequently Asked Questions About Illinois § 39
What does Illinois Compiled Statutes § 39 cover?
Section 39 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 § 39?
A common citation format is "Illinois Compiled Statutes § 39" (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 § 39 apply to my situation?
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