Illinois § 7-107
Full text of Illinois Illinois Compiled Statutes § 7-107, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 7-107.
Wrongful possession. (a) No person may unlawfully possess, obtain, conceal, damage, or destroy a notary's official seal. (b) No person may unlawfully possess, conceal, damage, or destroy the certificate, disk, coding, card, program, software, or hardware enabling an electronic notary public to affix an official electronic signature or seal. (c) Any person who violates this Section shall be guilty of a misdemeanor and punishable upon conviction by a fine not exceeding $1,000. (Source: P.A. 102-160, eff. 6-5-23 (See Section 91 of P.A. 103-562 for effective date of P.A. 102-160).)
Frequently Asked Questions About Illinois § 7-107
What does Illinois Compiled Statutes § 7-107 cover?
Section 7-107 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 § 7-107?
A common citation format is "Illinois Compiled Statutes § 7-107" (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 § 7-107 apply to my situation?
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