Illinois § 5
Full text of Illinois Illinois Compiled Statutes § 5, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 5.
On and after the effective date of this Act and before January 1, 1997, the registrar shall refuse to accept for registration any instrument that is a voluntary instrument. Instead of accepting a voluntary instrument for registration, the registrar shall, upon payment of the statutory recording fee, place of record with the recorder each current certificate of title or a registrar's certification of condition of title to all lands affected by that voluntary instrument. Before placing the certificate or certification of record, the registrar shall memorialize on the certificate or certification any instruments, documents, or papers that have been filed with the registrar and that have not yet been memorialized. (Source: P.A. 86-1481.)
Frequently Asked Questions About Illinois § 5
What does Illinois Compiled Statutes § 5 cover?
Section 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 § 5?
A common citation format is "Illinois Compiled Statutes § 5" (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 apply to my situation?
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