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Illinois Attorney CE audits & penalties

What happens if a attorney misses CE requirements in Illinois, and how the board checks compliance — sourced from the official board.

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Late registration accrues a $25 fee per month of delinquency. Attorneys who fail to register are removed from the master roll and may not appear in court or hold themselves out as attorneys; reinstatement requires full back fees for each year missed plus monthly penalties.Verify with board

How compliance is checked

No audit process appears in the available data. Keep your certificates regardless — boards can request proof of completion at renewal or during an investigation.

Official source: Illinois Supreme Court (Rule 756); Illinois State Bar Association

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