Illinois Code § 17

Illinois Code § 17. Reproduced from the official Illinois Compiled Statutes, with a citation summary, verification link, and related provisions.

§ 17.

When any civil action other than a proceeding to probate the will of a deceased person is brought against any heir or devisee, who is a minor, the court may appoint a guardian ad litem for such minor heir or devisee and compel the person so appointed to act: Provided, that by such appointment such person shall not be rendered liable to pay any costs of the action. (Source: P.A. 83-706.)

Source: official Illinois text · Last verified 2026-08-27

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  • Citation: Illinois Compiled Statutes § 17
  • Jurisdiction: Illinois
  • Code: Illinois Compiled Statutes
  • Text: transcribed from the official source (verify below)

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