Illinois § 611
Full text of Illinois Illinois Compiled Statutes § 611, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 611.
Joinder of proceedings. (a) Except as otherwise provided in subsection (b), a proceeding to adjudicate parentage may be joined with a proceeding for adoption, termination of parental rights, the allocation of parental responsibilities or parenting time, child support, dissolution of marriage or civil union, declaration of invalidity of marriage or civil union, legal separation, probate or administration of an estate, or other appropriate proceeding. (b) A respondent may not join a proceeding described in subsection (a) with a proceeding to adjudicate parentage brought under the Uniform Interstate Family Support Act. (Source: P.A. 99-85, eff. 1-1-16; 99-769, eff. 1-1-17.)
Frequently Asked Questions About Illinois § 611
What does Illinois Compiled Statutes § 611 cover?
Section 611 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 § 611?
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