Illinois § 5
Full text of Illinois Illinois Compiled Statutes § 5, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 5.
Applicability. This Act is applicable to property seized or forfeited under the following provisions of law: (1) Section 3.23 of the Illinois Food, Drug and Cosmetic Act; (2) Section 44.1 of the Environmental Protection Act; (3) Section 105-55 of the Herptiles-Herps Act; (4) Section 1-215 of the Fish and Aquatic Life Code; (5) Section 1.25 of the Wildlife Code; (6) Section 17-10.6 of the Criminal Code of 2012 (financial institution fraud); (7) Section 28-5 of the Criminal Code of 2012 (gambling); (8) Article 29B of the Criminal Code of 2012 (money laundering); (9) Article 33G of the Criminal Code of 2012 (Illinois Street Gang and Racketeer Influenced And Corrupt Organizations Law); (10) Article 36 of the Criminal Code of 2012 (seizure and forfeiture of vessels, vehicles, and aircraft); (11) Section 47-15 of the Criminal Code of 2012 (dumping garbage upon real property); (12) Article 124B of the Code of Criminal Procedure of 1963 (forfeiture); (13) the Drug Asset Forfeiture Procedure Act; (14) the Narcotics Profit Forfeiture Act; (15) the Illinois Streetgang Terrorism Omnibus Prevention Act; (16) the Illinois Securities Law of 1953; (17) the Archaeological and Paleontological Resources Protection Act; (18) the Human Remains Protection Act; and (19) Section 16 of the Timber Buyers Licensing Act. (Source: P.A. 102-558, eff. 8-20-21; 103-218, eff. 1-1-24; 103-446, eff. 8-4-23; 103-605, eff. 7-1-24.)
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?
Statutes are interpreted in context, and application depends on your specific facts. Only a licensed attorney in Illinois can advise on how this section applies to you. Contact your state or local bar association for a referral.
Sources & Verification
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