Illinois § 801
Full text of Illinois Illinois Compiled Statutes § 801, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 801.
Grounds for rendition. (a) For purposes of this Article, "governor" includes an individual performing the functions of governor or the executive authority of a state covered by this Act. (b) The governor of this State may: (1) demand that the governor of another state surrender an individual found in the other state who is charged criminally in this State with having failed to provide for the support of an obligee; or (2) on the demand of the governor of another state, surrender an individual found in this State who is charged criminally in the other state with having failed to provide for the support of an obligee. (c) A provision for extradition of individuals not inconsistent with this Act applies to the demand even if the individual whose surrender is demanded was not in the demanding state when the crime was allegedly committed and has not fled therefrom. (Source: P.A. 93-479, eff. 1-1-04, operative 7-1-04.)
Frequently Asked Questions About Illinois § 801
What does Illinois Compiled Statutes § 801 cover?
Section 801 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.
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