Illinois § 50-45
Full text of Illinois Illinois Compiled Statutes § 50-45, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 50-45.
General election law; definitions. (a) The general election law applies to the conduct of all township elections and referenda except those held at an annual or special township meeting, which shall be under the jurisdiction of the township clerk and rules covering the annual township meeting or a special township meeting. (b) As used in this Code in connection with elections of township officers and referenda, the following election definitions apply: (1) "Voter" or "legal voter" or "elector" means a person qualified and registered to vote under the general election law. (2) "Certify" and "certification", when used in connection with elections of officers or referenda, refer to the certification, in accordance with the general election law, of offices, candidates, or propositions to county clerks and boards of election commissioners for inclusion on one ballot at an election. (3) "Submit" and "submission", when used in connection with a referendum on a proposition or question, refer to the submission to the voters, in accordance with the general election law, of the proposition or question by county clerks and boards of election commissioners. (Source: P.A. 87-738; 88-62.)
Frequently Asked Questions About Illinois § 50-45
What does Illinois Compiled Statutes § 50-45 cover?
Section 50-45 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 § 50-45?
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