(225 ILCS 705/21.07) (from Ch. 96 1/2, par. 2107)

Sec. 21.07. The carrying of matches or other flame-making devices, and smoking underground is prohibited in gassy mines, except as provided by Section 21.08 of this Act. If, in the judgment of either the State Mine Inspector or the operator, underground employees are violating the law, they shall have the right to search such employees. When prosecution is intended, 2 witnesses shall be present at the time of search.

(Source: P.A. 96-328, eff. 8-11-09.)