Illinois consumer dispute guide
Deadlines, dollar limits, and statutes that decide consumer disputes in Illinois.
Security deposit law in Illinois
Deposit must be returned within 45 days (30 days for itemized statement). Chicago has stricter local ordinances requiring interest on deposits and 2x damages for violations.
Statute: 765 ILCS 710 (Security Deposit Return Act) · Penalty exposure: up to 2x the deposit
Key consumer protection statutes
- • Illinois Deceptive Trade Practices / Consumer Protection Act
- • 765 ILCS 710 (Security Deposit Return Act) — security deposits
- • Fair Credit Reporting Act, 15 U.S.C. § 1681 (federal)
- • Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, 15 U.S.C. § 1692 (federal)
- • Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act, 15 U.S.C. § 2301 (federal)
Dispute types available in Illinois
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