Illinois Code § 5.1

Illinois Code § 5.1. Reproduced from the official Illinois Compiled Statutes, with a citation summary, verification link, and related provisions.

§ 5.1.

(a) Every hospital licensed under the laws of this State shall display prominently in its emergency room posters giving notification of the existence and general provisions of this Act. The posters may be displayed by physical or electronic means. (b) Any law enforcement agency that investigates an offense committed in this State shall inform the victim or any potential applicant contacted during the course of an investigation or arrest regarding the Crime Victims Compensation Program, and advise such persons that any information concerning this Act and the filing of a claim may be obtained from the office of the Attorney General. (c) The Office of the Attorney General shall make available on its website applications, forms, posters, and general information that law enforcement agencies and hospitals may use to comply with this Section. (Source: P.A. 102-4, eff. 4-27-21; 103-1037, eff. 1-1-25.)

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

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  • Citation: Illinois Compiled Statutes § 5.1
  • Jurisdiction: Illinois
  • Code: Illinois Compiled Statutes
  • Text: transcribed from the official source (verify below)

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