Illinois § 5-95
Full text of Illinois Illinois Compiled Statutes § 5-95, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 5-95.
Oaths and affirmations. (a) The Executive Director of the Joint Committee or any designated person may administer oaths or affirmations and take affidavits or depositions of any person. (b) The Executive Director, upon approval of a majority vote of the Joint Committee, or the presiding officers may subpoena and compel the attendance before the Joint Committee and examine under oath any person. They also may subpoena and compel the production for the Joint Committee of any records, books, papers, contracts, or other documents. (c) If any person fails to obey a subpoena issued under this Section, the Joint Committee may apply to any circuit court to secure compliance with the subpoena. The failure to comply with the order of the court issued in response thereto shall be punished as a contempt. (Source: P.A. 87-823.)
Frequently Asked Questions About Illinois § 5-95
What does Illinois Compiled Statutes § 5-95 cover?
Section 5-95 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 § 5-95?
A common citation format is "Illinois Compiled Statutes § 5-95" (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?
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How does Illinois § 5-95 apply to my situation?
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