Illinois § 45
Full text of Illinois Illinois Compiled Statutes § 45, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 45.
Time limitations. (a) Except as provided in subsection (b), an action pursuant to this Act may not be filed more than 3 years after the discovery of the facts constituting the grounds for commencing the action. (b) Notwithstanding subsection (a), an action may be filed pursuant to this Act within not more than 8 years after the commission of an act constituting a violation of this Act, Section 17-8.5 or Section 17-10.5 of the Criminal Code of 1961 or the Criminal Code of 2012, or a violation of Article 46 of the Criminal Code of 1961. (Source: P.A. 97-1150, eff. 1-25-13.)
Frequently Asked Questions About Illinois § 45
What does Illinois Compiled Statutes § 45 cover?
Section 45 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 § 45?
A common citation format is "Illinois Compiled Statutes § 45" (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 § 45 apply to my situation?
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