Illinois § 7
Full text of Illinois Illinois Compiled Statutes § 7, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 7.
No person, other than those who sell only eggs produced by their own flocks, shall sell, offer for sale or advertise for sale as "fresh eggs", or under any words of similar import such as "new laid eggs", "hennery eggs", or "strictly fresh eggs", any shell eggs which do not meet the minimum requirements of Grade A prescribed by Department standards for shell eggs. Any person buying eggs from a producer on grade or representing to buy eggs from a producer on grade shall grade those eggs on the standards established by the Department. Any misgrading for the purpose of fraud in grading eggs purchased from a producer shall be punished as provided in Section 18 of this Act. (Source: P.A. 89-154, eff. 7-19-95.)
Frequently Asked Questions About Illinois § 7
What does Illinois Compiled Statutes § 7 cover?
Section 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 § 7?
A common citation format is "Illinois Compiled Statutes § 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 § 7 apply to my situation?
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