Ill. Const. art. I, § 15
- Constitution
- Constitution of Illinois
- Text as of
- October 2026
What does this section say?
Private property shall not be taken or damaged for public use without just compensation as provided by law. Such compensation shall be determined by a jury as provided by law. (Source: Illinois Constitution.)
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