Illinois Code § 2-1110
Illinois Code § 2-1110. Reproduced from the official Illinois Compiled Statutes, with a citation summary, verification link, and related provisions.
§ 2-1110.
Motion in non-jury case to find for defendant at close of plaintiff's evidence. In all cases tried without a jury, defendant may, at the close of plaintiff's case, move for a finding or judgment in his or her favor. In ruling on the motion the court shall weigh the evidence, considering the credibility of the witnesses and the weight and quality of the evidence. If the ruling on the motion is favorable to the defendant, a judgment dismissing the action shall be entered. If the ruling on the motion is adverse to the defendant, the defendant may proceed to adduce evidence in support of his or her defense, in which event the motion is waived. (Source: P.A. 82-280.)
Source: official Illinois text · Last verified 2026-08-27
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- Citation: Illinois Compiled Statutes § 2-1110
- Jurisdiction: Illinois
- Code: Illinois Compiled Statutes
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