Illinois § 8a
Full text of Illinois Illinois Compiled Statutes § 8a, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 8a.
The board shall have the right and power to appoint and maintain a sufficient police force, the members of which shall be peace officers certified and trained under the provisions of the Illinois Police Training Act. The members of the police force shall have and exercise police powers over the territory owned, leased, or licensed by the District and property over which the District has easement rights for the preservation of the public peace, and the observance and enforcement of the ordinances and laws, such as are conferred upon and exercised by the police of organized cities and villages; but such police force, when acting within the limits of any city or village, but outside the territory owned, leased, or licensed by the District and property over which the District has easement rights, shall act in aid of the regular police force of such city or village and shall then be subject to the direction of its chief of police, city or village marshals, or other head thereof. (Source: P.A. 86-1480.)
Frequently Asked Questions About Illinois § 8a
What does Illinois Compiled Statutes § 8a cover?
Section 8a 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 § 8a?
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Is this the official text of Illinois law?
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How does Illinois § 8a apply to my situation?
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