Illinois · Illinois Vehicle Code (625 ILCS 5)

625 ILCS 5 § 5-102.7: Dealer Recovery Trust Fund

What this law says, in plain English

Creates a Dealer Recovery Trust Fund to reimburse consumers harmed when motor vehicle dealers close without paying off customer vehicle liens. Motor vehicle dealers must pay an annual fee when applying for or renewing licenses, with funds collected into this trust.

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