Illinois § 8
Full text of Illinois Illinois Compiled Statutes § 8, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 8.
Receiver's bond; alternative security. (a) Except as otherwise provided in subsection (b) and (c), a receiver shall post with the court a bond that: (1) is conditioned on the faithful discharge of the receiver's duties; (2) has one or more sureties approved by the court; (3) is in an amount the court specifies; and (4) is effective as of the date of the receiver's appointment. (b) The court may approve the posting by a receiver with the court of alternative security, such as a letter of credit or deposit of funds. The receiver may not use receivership property as alternative security. Interest that accrues on deposited funds must be paid to the receiver on the receiver's discharge. (c) For good cause shown, the court may waive the requirement that the receiver post with the court a bond or alternative security required by this Section. (d) The court may authorize a receiver to act before the receiver posts the bond or alternative security required by this Section. (Source: P.A. 104-34, eff. 1-1-26.)
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?
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