Illinois · Criminal Code of 2012 (720 ILCS 5)
720 ILCS 5 § 32-8: Tampering with public records
What this law says, in plain English
This statute defines tampering with public records as a criminal offense. Altering, destroying, or concealing public records without authority and with intent to defraud is a Class 4 felony; court officials committing the same act face Class 3 felony charges with additional penalties including loss of public office and professional licenses.
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