Illinois § 6-119
Full text of Illinois Illinois Compiled Statutes § 6-119, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 6-119.
When the term of any highway commissioner or clerk shall expire, and other persons shall be elected or appointed to such office, it shall be the duty of such successor, immediately after he shall have entered upon the duties of his office, to demand of his predecessor all the books, papers, moneys and other property belonging to such office. Whenever either of the officers above named shall resign, or the office become vacant in any way, and another person shall be elected or appointed in his stead, the person so elected or appointed shall make such demand of his predecessor, or of any person having charge of such books, papers, moneys or other property. It shall be the duty of every person so going out of office, whenever thereto required pursuant to the foregoing provisions, to deliver upon oath, all the records, books, papers, moneys and other property in his possession or in his control belonging to the office held by him; which oath may be administered by the officer to whom such delivery shall be made. (Source: Laws 1959, p. 196.)
Frequently Asked Questions About Illinois § 6-119
What does Illinois Compiled Statutes § 6-119 cover?
Section 6-119 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 § 6-119?
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Is this the official text of Illinois law?
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How does Illinois § 6-119 apply to my situation?
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