Illinois § 48.5

Full text of Illinois Illinois Compiled Statutes § 48.5, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.

§ 48.5.

Reliance on Commissioner. (a) The Commissioner may issue an opinion in response to a specific request from a member of the public or the banking industry or on his own initiative. The opinion may be in the form of an interpretive letter, no-objection letter, or other issuance the Commissioner deems appropriate. (b) No bank or other person shall be liable under this Act for any act done or omitted in good faith in conformity with any rule, interpretation, or opinion issued by the Commissioner of Banks and Real Estate, notwithstanding that after the act or omission has occurred, the rule, opinion, or interpretation upon which reliance is placed is amended, rescinded, or determined by judicial or other authority to be invalid for any reason. (Source: P.A. 92-483, eff. 8-23-01.)

Frequently Asked Questions About Illinois § 48.5

What does Illinois Compiled Statutes § 48.5 cover?

Section 48.5 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 § 48.5?

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Is this the official text of Illinois law?

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How does Illinois § 48.5 apply to my situation?

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