Illinois § 8
Full text of Illinois Illinois Compiled Statutes § 8, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 8.
Every such sanitary district shall proceed as rapidly as is reasonably possible, by construction, purchase, lease or otherwise, to provide sewers and a plant or plants for the treatment and purification of its sewage, which plant or plants shall be of suitable kind and sufficient capacity to properly treat and purify such sewage so as to conduce to the preservation of the public health, comfort and convenience and to render said sewage harmless, in so far as is reasonably possible to animal, fish and plant life. Any violation of this proviso and any failure to observe and follow same, by any sanitary district organized under this Act, shall be held, and is hereby declared, to be a petty offense on the part of said sanitary district and the trustees thereof may be ousted from office as trustees of said district by an order of the court before whom the cause is heard. It shall be the duty of the Department of Public Health of the State to cause the foregoing provisions to be enforced; and upon the complaint of said Department of Public Health it shall be the duty of the Attorney General or State's Attorney of the County in which such violation may occur, to institute and prosecute such cause by indictment or information in the manner provided by law. (Source: P.A. 77-2409.)
Frequently Asked Questions About Illinois § 8
What does Illinois Compiled Statutes § 8 cover?
Section 8 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 § 8?
A common citation format is "Illinois Compiled Statutes § 8" (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 § 8 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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