Joliet — Ch. 9½ Art. II Real Estate Transactions § 9½-18
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It shall be a violation of this article for any person to knowingly give false testimony or make false or untrue statements, accusations, allegations, or complaints concerning violations of this article.
Section 9½-18 of Joliet's Chapter 9½, Article II makes it a violation of the article for anyone to knowingly provide false testimony or make untrue statements, accusations, allegations, or complaints about violations of the article's real estate transaction rules. The rule targets deliberate dishonesty in the enforcement process, not honest mistakes or good-faith disputes. It applies equally to any person participating in proceedings or complaints under this article.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under § 9½-18, property owners and managers who participate in any complaint or enforcement proceeding related to Joliet's real estate transaction rules are expected to ensure that any statements, testimony, or allegations they make are truthful and accurate. Compliant operators document their records carefully so that any claims they raise or respond to are grounded in verifiable facts. Knowingly submitting false information in connection with this article constitutes a violation in its own right.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 9½-18 of Joliet's Ch. 9½, Art. II protects the integrity of the complaint and enforcement process by prohibiting anyone—including tenants—from knowingly making false statements or accusations about violations of the article. Tenants who have genuine, good-faith concerns about real estate transaction practices are generally able to raise those concerns through the appropriate local channels without fear that honest, factual complaints will be penalized. Tenant-rights organizations can help individuals understand how to document and present accurate information when pursuing a complaint under this article.
General guidance for tenants — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult a tenant-rights organization or attorney for advice on your case.
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