Illinois § 8-6-6
Full text of Illinois Illinois Compiled Statutes § 8-6-6, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 8-6-6.
Any person holding an office, trust, or employment under a municipality with a population of more than 500,000, who is guilty of the wilful violation of any of the provisions of this Division 6 shall be guilty of a business offense and shall be fined not exceeding $10,000, and shall forfeit his right to his office, trust, or employment and shall be removed therefrom. Any such person shall be liable for any sum that he unlawfully diverted from the specified working cash fund, or otherwise used, and that sum may be recovered by the municipality, or by any taxpayer in the name and for the benefit of the municipality, in a civil action. Such a taxpayer, however, shall file a bond for all costs and shall be liable for all costs taxed against the municipality in such a suit, and judgment shall be rendered accordingly. But nothing in this Section shall bar other remedies. (Source: P.A. 79-1361.)
Frequently Asked Questions About Illinois § 8-6-6
What does Illinois Compiled Statutes § 8-6-6 cover?
Section 8-6-6 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 § 8-6-6?
A common citation format is "Illinois Compiled Statutes § 8-6-6" (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 § 8-6-6 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.
Sources & Verification
Not legal advice. Verify against the official source and consult a licensed attorney in Illinois.