Illinois § 5-104

Full text of Illinois Illinois Compiled Statutes § 5-104, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.

§ 5-104.

Except as provided in this Article, no trustee, officer or employee of a fire protection district or fire department having a mutual aid agreement with such district, nor any such fire protection district or department, shall be liable for damage caused to bridges and roads thereon, owned by the State or by a unit of local government, when such damage is caused by fire fighting equipment crossing bridges and roads thereon, for which load limits are lower than the weight of such equipment, when responding to an alarm or returning therefrom. (Source: P.A. 80-839.)

Frequently Asked Questions About Illinois § 5-104

What does Illinois Compiled Statutes § 5-104 cover?

Section 5-104 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 § 5-104?

A common citation format is "Illinois Compiled Statutes § 5-104" (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?

No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the Illinois official source linked on this page or consult a licensed Illinois attorney.

How does Illinois § 5-104 apply to my situation?

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