Attorney's Note

Under the Illinois Statutes, punishments for crimes depend on the classification. In the case of this section:
ClassPrisonFine
Class A misdemeanorup to 1 yearup to $2,500
For details, see § Ill. Comp. Stat. 730 ILCS 5/5-4.5-55

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Terms Used In Illinois Compiled Statutes 20 ILCS 1205/18

  • Answer: The formal written statement by a defendant responding to a civil complaint and setting forth the grounds for defense.
  • Subpoena: A command to a witness to appear and give testimony.
  • Testimony: Evidence presented orally by witnesses during trials or before grand juries.
     The Director shall have the power to administer oaths, subpoena witnesses and compel the production of books and papers pertinent to any investigation or hearing regarding the operation of any financial institution. Any person who fails to appear in response to a subpoena or to answer any question or produce any books and papers pertinent to such investigation or hearing, or who knowingly gives false testimony therein, is guilty of a Class A misdemeanor. Each violation shall constitute a separate and distinct offense.