Illinois § 5-5
Full text of Illinois Illinois Compiled Statutes § 5-5, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 5-5.
General provisions. (a) A servicer shall not engage in any unfair or deceptive practice toward any borrower or cosigner or misrepresent or omit any material information in connection with the servicing of a student loan, including, but not limited to, misrepresenting the amount, nature, or terms of any fee or payment due or claimed to be due on a student loan, the terms and conditions of the student loan agreement, or the borrower's or cosigner's obligations under the student loan or the terms of any repayment plans. (b) A servicer shall not misapply payments made by a borrower to the outstanding balance of a student loan. (c) A servicer shall oversee third parties, including subservicers, debt collectors, independent contractors, subsidiaries, affiliates, or other agents, to ensure that those companies comply with this Article 5 when working on behalf of the servicer. (Source: P.A. 100-540, eff. 12-31-18.)
Frequently Asked Questions About Illinois § 5-5
What does Illinois Compiled Statutes § 5-5 cover?
Section 5-5 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 § 5-5?
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Is this the official text of Illinois law?
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How does Illinois § 5-5 apply to my situation?
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