Illinois Code § 2-3
Illinois Code § 2-3. Reproduced from the official Illinois Compiled Statutes, with a citation summary, verification link, and related provisions.
§ 2-3.
Extension of covered drain through land of others-Bond-Costs. At the time of commencing the action, the plaintiff shall file a bond in the penal sum of not less than $100 with surety to be approved by the clerk of the circuit court, conditioned upon the payment of all costs accruing in the action and, if the proceedings are not abandoned as hereinafter provided, upon the payment of all damages which may be awarded to the defendant. If the defendant procures the attendance of any witness not reasonably required to the proper defense of the action, then the fees of such witness and the expense incident to subpoenaing him shall, upon motion of the plaintiff, be taxed against the defendant. (Source: Laws 1965, p. 678.)
Source: official Illinois text · Last verified 2026-08-27
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- Citation: Illinois Compiled Statutes § 2-3
- Jurisdiction: Illinois
- Code: Illinois Compiled Statutes
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