Illinois § 56.7
Full text of Illinois Illinois Compiled Statutes § 56.7, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 56.7.
No permit shall be required under subsection (d)(1) of Section 21 or subsection (g) of Section 56.1 of this Act for a sharps collection station if the station is operated in accordance with all of the following: (1) The only waste accepted at the sharps collection station is (i) hypodermic, intravenous, or other medical needles or syringes or other sharps, or (ii) medical household waste containing used or unused sharps, including but not limited to, hypodermic, intravenous, or other medical needles or syringes or other sharps. (2) The waste is stored and transferred in the same manner as required for potentially infectious medical waste under this Act and under Board regulations. (3) The waste is not treated at the sharps collection station unless it is treated in the same manner as required for potentially infectious medical waste under this Act and under Board regulations. (4) The waste is not disposed of at the sharps collection station. (5) The waste is transported in the same manner as required for potentially infectious medical waste under this Act and under Board regulations. (Source: P.A. 94-641, eff. 8-22-05.)
Frequently Asked Questions About Illinois § 56.7
What does Illinois Compiled Statutes § 56.7 cover?
Section 56.7 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 § 56.7?
A common citation format is "Illinois Compiled Statutes § 56.7" (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 § 56.7 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
Not legal advice. Verify against the official source and consult a licensed attorney in Illinois.