Illinois Compiled Statutes 210 ILCS 45/3-708 – The Director or hearing officer shall not be bound by common law or …
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Terms Used In Illinois Compiled Statutes 210 ILCS 45/3-708
- Common law: The legal system that originated in England and is now in use in the United States. It is based on judicial decisions rather than legislative action.
- Evidence: Information presented in testimony or in documents that is used to persuade the fact finder (judge or jury) to decide the case for one side or the other.
The Director or hearing officer shall not be bound by common law or statutory rules of evidence, or by technical or formal rules of procedure, but shall conduct hearings in the manner best calculated to result in substantial justice.