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Synopsis As Introduced Amends the Illinois Municipal Code. Provides that the corporate authorities of any municipality may license and regulate landlords, as defined by the corporate authorities of the municipality, within that municipality. Specifies that the corporate authorities of any municipality may require that landlords include in any and all leases prohibitions of criminal activity. Effective immediately.
Replaces everything after the enacting clause. Amends the Code of Civil Procedure. In provisions concerning leased premises used in furtherance of a criminal offense, provides that a written lease shall contain language that the commission of any act by the lessee, occupant, household member of the lessee or occupant, or guest of the lessee or occupant that would constitute a felony or Class A misdemeanor shall give the owner or lessor the right to void the lease and recover possession of the leased premises. Provides that under specified circumstances, an owner or lessor may assign to the corporation counsel of the municipality the right to bring a forcible entry and detainer action on behalf of the owner or lessor. Effective immediately.
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