Illinois Code § 5-170
Illinois Code § 5-170. Reproduced from the official Illinois Compiled Statutes, with a citation summary, verification link, and related provisions.
§ 5-170.
Representation by counsel. (a) In a proceeding under this Article, a minor who was under 15 years of age at the time of the commission of an act that if committed by an adult would be a violation of Section 9-1, 9-1.2, 9-2, 9-2.1, 9-3, 9-3.2, 9-3.3, 11-1.20, 11-1.30, 11-1.40, 11-1.50, 11-1.60, 12-13, 12-14, 12-14.1, 12-15, or 12-16 of the Criminal Code of 1961 or the Criminal Code of 2012 must be represented by counsel throughout the entire custodial interrogation of the minor. (b) In a judicial proceeding under this Article, a minor may not waive the right to the assistance of counsel in the minor's defense. (Source: P.A. 103-22, eff. 8-8-23.)
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- Citation: Illinois Compiled Statutes § 5-170
- Jurisdiction: Illinois
- Code: Illinois Compiled Statutes
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