Illinois § 6-61
Full text of Illinois Illinois Compiled Statutes § 6-61, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 6-61.
It shall be the duty of the clerk of any court where parties are tried or convicted of penitentiary offenses in the county where such city, village or incorporated town is located, to furnish monthly to such board of commissioners the names of all parties convicted or sentenced for any crime, the punishment of which is confinement in the penitentiary, and their place of residence if such fact be in the possession of such clerk. (Source: P.A. 90-372, eff. 7-1-98.)
Frequently Asked Questions About Illinois § 6-61
What does Illinois Compiled Statutes § 6-61 cover?
Section 6-61 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 § 6-61?
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Is this the official text of Illinois law?
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How does Illinois § 6-61 apply to my situation?
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