Sec. 8-115. Display of certificate-Enforcement. The certificate issued pursuant to Section 8-114 shall be displayed upon a window of the motor vehicle for which it was issued, in such manner as to be visible to the passengers carried therein. This Section and Section 8-114 shall be enforced by the Illinois State Police, the Secretary of State, and other police officers.
Up to 364 days county jail · Fine up to $2,500
Under Illinois Supreme Court Rule 551, personal court appearance before a judge is mandatory. The defendant cannot satisfy this charge by mail, electronic payment, or pre-set bail forfeiture.
Presumptive Pretrial Release: This offense is non-detainable under 725 ILCS 5/110-6.1. The defendant is entitled to release on personal recognizance with non-monetary conditions unless charged with a subsequent detainable violation.
No automatic driver's license suspension or mandatory revocation is triggered by this offense code alone upon citation.
| Offense Description | Class | Court Mandate | SAFE-T Act | Reporting Code |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Failure to display financial responsibility certificate | Class A Misdemeanor | Rule 551 Mandate | Release Eligible | 8195 |
(Source: P.A. 102-538, eff. 8-20-21.)