Illinois § 7.7
Full text of Illinois Illinois Compiled Statutes § 7.7, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 7.7.
In any investigation brought by the Attorney General pursuant to this Act, no individual shall be excused from attending, testifying or producing documentary material, objects or tangible things in obedience to a subpoena or under order of the court on the ground that the testimony or evidence required of him or her may tend to incriminate him or subject him to any penalty. No individual shall be criminally prosecuted or subjected to any criminal penalty for or on account of (a) any testimony or interrogatory answers given by him or her, or (b) any documentary material produced by him or her, as to which he or she would otherwise have a right not to give or produce by virtue of his or her right against self-incrimination, in any investigation brought by the Attorney General pursuant to this Act; provided no individual so giving testimony or answers or so producing documentary material shall be exempt from prosecution or punishment for perjury committed in so testifying, answering, or producing. (Source: P.A. 93-351, eff. 1-1-04.)
Frequently Asked Questions About Illinois § 7.7
What does Illinois Compiled Statutes § 7.7 cover?
Section 7.7 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 § 7.7?
A common citation format is "Illinois Compiled Statutes § 7.7" (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 § 7.7 apply to my situation?
Statutes are interpreted in context, and application depends on your specific facts. Only a licensed attorney in Illinois can advise on how this section applies to you. Contact your state or local bar association for a referral.
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