ILLINOIS PARENTAL RESPONSIBILITY LAW PARENTS PAY

Parents are reminded that they can be held personally liable for destructive acts caused by their children. According to the Illinois Parental Responsibility Law, damages of up to $500.00 per occurrence can be recovered from the parents or guardians of minors (age 11-19) who willfully or maliciously vandalize property or cause a personal injury.

The law, passed by the 76th Illinois General Assembly, was the Legislator’s answer to the growing problem of criminal action by minors.

In case of vandalism, the Local Municipalities will take all steps necessary to enforce the provisions of the Illinois Paternal Responsibility Law and in seeking restitution from parents.

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