Illinois Compiled Statutes 720 ILCS 5/11-35 – Adultery
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(a) A person commits adultery when he or she has sexual intercourse with another not his or her spouse, if the behavior is open and notorious, and:
(1) the person is married and knows the other person
(1) the person is married and knows the other person
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involved in such intercourse is not his spouse; or
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(2) the person is not married and knows that the
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other person involved in such intercourse is married.
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A person shall be exempt from prosecution under this Section if his liability is based solely on evidence he has given in order to comply with the requirements of § 4-1.7 of the Illinois Public Aid Code.
For details, see § Ill. Comp. Stat. 730 ILCS 5/5-4.5-55
(b) Sentence.
Adultery is a Class A misdemeanor.
Attorney's Note
Under the Illinois Statutes, punishments for crimes depend on the classification. In the case of this section:| Class | Prison | Fine |
|---|---|---|
| Class A misdemeanor | up to 1 year | up to $2,500 |
Terms Used In Illinois Compiled Statutes 720 ILCS 5/11-35
- 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.
(b) Sentence.
Adultery is a Class A misdemeanor.