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lack instruction in Illinois

72 Illinois opinions name it 2 courts 1908–2026 10 in the last five years

The cases below were cited by Illinois courts in a sentence that names this issue. Sides come from how each citing opinion treated the case (Syfertize flag on that citation), so a case can appear on both: that is where the law is contested. A red or yellow chip is the case's own overall treatment.

Followed or applied (16)

CaseFollowedCited
The PEOPLE v. Wilbourngreen
ill · 1971 · cited in 3 Illinois opinions naming this issue, 2016–2016
2 sentences

2016Even the complete lack of a hearing on factors in aggravation and mitigation does not rise to the level of a constitutional deprivation because, as our supreme court has often stated, “ ‘the statute providing for a hearing in aggravation and mitigation *** does not confer any constitutional rights.’ ” People v. Scott, 49 Ill. 2d 231, 234 (1971) (quoting People v. Wilbourn, 48 Ill. 2d 187, 190 (1971)). ¶ 38 The error alleged here by defendant would not rise to the level of a constitutional deprivation because any such error is one created solely by statute.

2016Even the complete lack of a hearing on factors in aggravation and mitigation does not rise to the level of a constitutional deprivation because, as our supreme court has often stated, “ ‘the statute providing for a hearing in aggravation and mitigation *** does not confer any constitutional rights.’ ” People v. Scott, 49 Ill. 2d 231, 234 (1971) (quoting People v. Wilbourn, 48 Ill. 2d 187, 190 (1971)). ¶ 38 The error alleged here by defendant would not rise to the level of a constitutional deprivation because any such error is one created solely by statute.

33
The PEOPLE v. Scottgreen
ill · 1971 · cited in 3 Illinois opinions naming this issue, 2016–2016
2 sentences

2016Even the complete lack of a hearing on factors in aggravation and mitigation does not rise to the level of a constitutional deprivation because, as our supreme court has often stated, “ ‘the statute providing for a hearing in aggravation and mitigation *** does not confer any constitutional rights.’ ” People v. Scott, 49 Ill. 2d 231, 234 (1971) (quoting People v. Wilbourn, 48 Ill. 2d 187, 190 (1971)). ¶ 38 The error alleged here by defendant would not rise to the level of a constitutional deprivation because any such error is one created solely by statute.

2016Even the complete lack of a hearing on factors in aggravation and mitigation does not rise to the level of a constitutional deprivation because, as our supreme court has often stated, “ ‘the statute providing for a hearing in aggravation and mitigation *** does not confer any constitutional rights.’ ” People v. Scott, 49 Ill. 2d 231, 234 (1971) (quoting People v. Wilbourn, 48 Ill. 2d 187, 190 (1971)). ¶ 38 The error alleged here by defendant would not rise to the level of a constitutional deprivation because any such error is one created solely by statute.

33
People v. Walkergreen
ill · 2009 · cited in 2 Illinois opinions naming this issue, 2017–2017
2 sentences

2017See People v. Walker, 232 Ill. 2d 113, 124-25 (2009). ¶ 36 In coming to this conclusion, we reject defendant’s framing of the comment as an instruction.

2017See People v. Walker, 232 Ill. 2d 113, 124-25 (2009). ¶ 36 In coming to this conclusion, we reject defendant’s framing of the comment as an instruction.

22
Haudrich v. Howmedica, Inc.green
ill · 1996 · cited in 2 Illinois opinions naming this issue, 2008–2008
2 sentences

2008See Haudrich v. Howmedica, Inc., 169 Ill. 2d 525, 536 (1996) (issues not raised in the trial court are deemed waived and may not be raised for the first time on appeal).

2008See Haudrich v. Howmedica, Inc., 169 Ill. 2d 525, 536 (1996) (issues not raised in the trial court are deemed waived and may not be raised for the first time on appeal).

22
People v. Casillasgreen
ill · 2000 · cited in 2 Illinois opinions naming this issue, 2002–2002
2 sentences

2002People v. Casillas, 195 Ill. 2d 461, 480 , 749 N.E.2d 864, 877 (2000).

2002People v. Casillas, 195 Ill. 2d 461, 480 , 749 N.E.2d 864, 877 (2000).

22
Harlan v. Douthitgreen
ill · 1942 · cited in 1 Illinois opinions naming this issue, 2026–2026
1 sentence

2026App. 3d 812, 816 (2005) (quoting Harlan v. Douthit, 379 Ill. 15, 21 (1942)). ¶ 20 While the circuit court did not address the good faith requirement in its order, we find this requirement lacking here and the lack of claim and color of title, made in good faith, to be dispositive of this issue.

11
People v. Littlegreen
illappct · 2003 · cited in 1 Illinois opinions naming this issue, 2025–2025
1 sentence

2025Moreover, as this court has previously indicated, “a hearing on a postsentencing motion ‘must be more than a charade performed only to allow an appeal to proceed.’ ” People v. Fox, 2025 IL App (4th) 240687-U, ¶ 19 (quoting People v. Bridges, 2017 IL App (2d) 150718, ¶ 10 ); see People v. Little, 337 Ill.

11
People v. Villarrealgreen
ill · 2001 · cited in 1 Illinois opinions naming this issue, 2024–2024
1 sentence

2024LifeEnergy, LLC v. Illinois Commerce Comm’n, 2021 IL App (2d) 200411, ¶ 76 (quoting In re Detention of Swope, 213 Ill. 2d 210, 218 (2004), quoting People v. Villarreal, 198 Ill. 2d 209, 227 (2001)). ¶ 35 In this case, Haaayy asserted before the circuit court that it claims could be decided without an administrative hearing, where a record of proceedings could be produced, and, in fact, asserted that it would be prejudiced by such hearing, but is now claiming on review that the lack of a hearing was in error.

11
Lifenergy, LLC v. Illinois Commerce Comm'ngreen
illappct · 2021 · cited in 1 Illinois opinions naming this issue, 2024–2024
1 sentence

2024LifeEnergy, LLC v. Illinois Commerce Comm’n, 2021 IL App (2d) 200411, ¶ 76 (quoting In re Detention of Swope, 213 Ill. 2d 210, 218 (2004), quoting People v. Villarreal, 198 Ill. 2d 209, 227 (2001)). ¶ 35 In this case, Haaayy asserted before the circuit court that it claims could be decided without an administrative hearing, where a record of proceedings could be produced, and, in fact, asserted that it would be prejudiced by such hearing, but is now claiming on review that the lack of a hearing was in error.

11
In Re Detention of Swopegreen
ill · 2004 · cited in 1 Illinois opinions naming this issue, 2024–2024
1 sentence

2024LifeEnergy, LLC v. Illinois Commerce Comm’n, 2021 IL App (2d) 200411, ¶ 76 (quoting In re Detention of Swope, 213 Ill. 2d 210, 218 (2004), quoting People v. Villarreal, 198 Ill. 2d 209, 227 (2001)). ¶ 35 In this case, Haaayy asserted before the circuit court that it claims could be decided without an administrative hearing, where a record of proceedings could be produced, and, in fact, asserted that it would be prejudiced by such hearing, but is now claiming on review that the lack of a hearing was in error.

11
People v. Glaspergreen
ill · 2009 · cited in 1 Illinois opinions naming this issue, 2021–2021
11
People v. Parkergreen
illappct · 2016 · cited in 1 Illinois opinions naming this issue, 2021–2021
11
People v. Thompsongreen
ill · 2010 · cited in 1 Illinois opinions naming this issue, 2021–2021
11
Fischel & Kahn, Ltd. v. Van Straaten Gallery, Inc.green
ill · 2000 · cited in 1 Illinois opinions naming this issue, 2018–2018
11
Sanelli v. Glenview State Bankgreen
ill · 1985 · cited in 1 Illinois opinions naming this issue, 2013–2013
11
People v. Crutchfieldgreen
illappct · 2004 · cited in 1 Illinois opinions naming this issue, 2004–2004
11

Distinguished, questioned or overruled (0)

CaseNegativeCited
No negative-treatment citations attached to this issue in Illinois. Read the followed side critically anyway.

Also cited on this issue (56)

CaseCitedYears
American Iron & Steel Institute v. Occupational Safety & Health Administration green
ca11 · 1999
2 sentences

2021Id. at 1274 n.10. ¶ 44 Finally, plaintiffs cite United States Women’s Chamber of Commerce v. United States Small Business Administration, No. 1:04-CV-01889, 2005 WL 3244182 (D.D.C.

2021Id. at 1274 n.10. ¶ 44 Finally, plaintiffs cite United States Women’s Chamber of Commerce v. United States Small Business Administration, No. 1:04-CV-01889, 2005 WL 3244182 (D.D.C.

22021–2021
Elliot Carlson v. United States green
ca7 · 2016
2 sentences

2020However, in almost the next line, the court also found that “his petition is not guaranteed to be granted.” Carlson, 837 F.3d at 759 . 13 ¶ 83 In sum, we are not persuaded by this claim due to a lack of error on the part of the trial court.

2020However, in almost the next line, the court also found that “his petition is not guaranteed to be granted.” Carlson, 837 F.3d at 759 . 13 ¶ 83 In sum, we are not persuaded by this claim due to a lack of error on the part of the trial court.

22020–2020
Brown v. Cook County Forest Preserve green
illappct · 1996
2 sentences

2016We also find it significant that the Brown court specifically noted that the 12 In distinguishing Sites, the Brown court noted that “Brown’s complaint indicates that the steel guardrail which he struck was not on or across the trail itself, as was the cable gate at issue in Sites.” Brown, 284 Ill.

2016We also find it significant that the Brown court specifically noted that the guardrail was not alleged to have caused the plaintiff’s fall, whereas in the instant case, the complaint does allege that the falling tree limb caused the decedent’s injuries. 13 12 In distinguishing Sites, the Brown court noted that “Brown’s complaint indicates that the steel guardrail which he struck was not on or across the trail itself, as was the cable gate at issue in Sites.” Brown, 284 Ill.

22016–2016
People v. Armstrong green
illappct · 2016
2 sentences

2016However, the lack of an admonishment is consistent with the lack of the requirement. - 10 - 2016 IL App (2d) 140358 admonished defendant about beforehand nor imposed after the plea. 5 Defendant has satisfied us that, had trial counsel made the examination, he would have realized all of this. ¶ 26 The State’s arguments to the contrary are unpersuasive.

2016However, the lack of an admonishment is consistent with the lack of the requirement. - 10 - 2016 IL App (2d) 140358 admonished defendant about beforehand nor imposed after the plea. 5 Defendant has satisfied us that, had trial counsel made the examination, he would have realized all of this. ¶ 26 The State’s arguments to the contrary are unpersuasive.

22016–2016
People v. Bonutti green
ill · 2004
2 sentences

2015Our supreme court has stated “the purpose of section 1286.310(a) is to ensure that only accurate breath-alcohol tests are admitted into evidence against a criminal defendant.” Bonutti, 212 Ill. 2d at 190 , 817 N.E.2d at 494 .

2015Our supreme court has stated “the purpose of section 1286.310(a) is to ensure that only accurate breath-alcohol tests are admitted into evidence against a criminal defendant.” Bonutti, 212 Ill. 2d at 190 , 817 N.E.2d at 494 .

22014–2015
Sandra Towers, on Her Own Behalf and on Behalf of Others Similarly Situated, and Robert Sturdivant v. City of Chicago green
ca7 · 1999
2 sentences

2015The court concluded that $500 was high enough to serve this purpose without being "grossly out of proportion to the activity that the City is seeking to deter." Towers, 173 F.3d at 626 . ¶ 35 The plaintiffs in Towers also argued that the lack of a defense for innocent owners ran afoul of the requirements of substantive due process.

2015The court concluded that $500 was high enough to serve this purpose without being “grossly out of proportion to the activity that the City is seeking to deter.” Towers, 173 F.3d at 626 . ¶ 35 The plaintiffs in Towers also argued that the lack of a defense for innocent owners ran afoul of the requirements of substantive due process.

22015–2015
People v. Riley green
illappct · 1991
2 sentences

2010Although we are not required to follow decisions of other districts (People v. Riley, 209 Ill.

2010Although we are not required to follow decisions of other districts (People v. Riley, 209 Ill.

22010–2010
Chatham Corp. v. Dann Insurance green
illappct · 2004
2 sentences

2008Chatham, 351 Ill.

2008Chatham, 351 Ill.

22008–2008
Esser v. McIntyre green
illappct · 1994
2 sentences

2007Plaintiffs cite Esser v. McIntyre, 267 Ill.

2007Plaintiffs cite Esser v. McIntyre, 267 Ill.

22007–2007
In Re Marriage of Blunda green
illappct · 1998
2 sentences

2006In re Marriage of Didier stated in a footnote: 9 "We decline to follow the rule set forth in the recent Second District case of In re Marriage of Blunda, 299 Ill.

2006In re Marriage of Didier stated in a footnote: “We decline to follow the rule set forth in the recent Second District case of In re Marriage of Blunda, 299 Ill.

22006–2006
People v. Denny green
illappct · 1993
2 sentences

2001But, given the unusual circumstances of this case, prudence required offering the defendant a limiting instruction that might have “lessened the impact of the improperly admitted evidence.” People v. Denny, 241 Ill.

2001But, given the unusual circumstances of this case, prudence required offering the defendant a limiting instruction that might have "lessened the impact of the improperly admitted evidence." People v. Denny , 241 Ill.

22001–2001
Kobylanski v. Chicago Board of Education green
ill · 1976
2 sentences

2000Relying on Kobylanski v. Chicago Board of Education, 63 Ill. 2d 165 (1976), the trial court determined that sections 24 — 24 and 34 — 84a of the School Code (105 ILCS 5/24 — 24, 34 — 84a (West 1996)) did not immunize physical education instructors for willful and wanton misconduct in the supervision of students and preamended section 3 — 108 of the Tort Immunity Act did not alter this lack of immunity.

2000Relying on Kobylanski v. Chicago Board of Education , 63 Ill. 2d 165 (1976), the trial court determined that sections 24-24 and 34-84a of the School Code (105 ILCS 5/24-24; 34-84a (West 1996)) did not immunize physical education instructors for willful and wanton misconduct in the supervision of students and preamended section 3-108 of the Tort Immunity Act did not alter this lack of immunity.

22000–2000
Raglin v. H M O Illinois, Inc. green
illappct · 1992
2 sentences

1998"However, a lack of immunity from prosecution for malpractice does not mean a fortiori that HMOs may be held strictly liable for any injury that might occur to one of their medical care plan subscribers during the course of medical treatment." Raglin , 230 Ill.

1998“However, a lack of immunity from prosecution for malpractice does not mean a fortiori that HMOs may be held strictly liable for any injury that might occur to one of their medical care plan subscribers during the course of medical treatment.” Raglin, 230 Ill.

21998–1998
People v. Carvajal green
illappct · 1993
2 sentences

1993People v. Carvajal (1993), 241 Ill.

1993People v. Carvajal (1993), 241 Ill.App.3d 886 , 182 Ill.Dec. 105 , 609 N.E.2d 408 ; People v. Mendez (1991), 221 Ill.App.3d 868 , 164 Ill.

21993–1993
People v. Roberts green
ill · 1979
2 sentences

1980People v. Roberts (1979), 75 Ill. 2d 1 , 387 N.E.2d 331 ; People v. Underwood (1978), 72 Ill. 2d 124 , 378 N.E.2d 513 .

1980People v. Roberts (1979), 75 Ill. 2d 1 , 387 N.E.2d 331 ; People v. Underwood (1978), 72 Ill. 2d 124 , 378 N.E.2d 513 .

21980–1980
People v. Bridges green
illappct · 2017
1 sentence

2025Moreover, as this court has previously indicated, “a hearing on a postsentencing motion ‘must be more than a charade performed only to allow an appeal to proceed.’ ” People v. Fox, 2025 IL App (4th) 240687-U, ¶ 19 (quoting People v. Bridges, 2017 IL App (2d) 150718, ¶ 10 ); see People v. Little, 337 Ill.

12025–2025
Stone Street Partners, LLC v. The City of Chicago Department of Administrative Hearings green
illappct · 2014
1 sentence

2022In support, Ridgeland cites Stone Street Partners v City of Chicago, 2014 IL App (1st) 123654 .

12022–2022
In Re Marriage of Selinger green
illappct · 2004
2 sentences

2021However, Amanda neglects to cite, analyze, or attempt to distinguish what we actually held thereafter in Selinger, which was that “[t]he lack of a hearing *** is not dispositive” where (1) the assets and liabilities of the parties, as well as the amount of fees requested, were already before the court, and no argument was presented as to “what other evidence had to be presented for the court to rule on [the motion]”; (2) the movant failed “to call it to the court’s attention [that] she believed an additional hearing was necessary prior to issuance of the court’s order”; and (3) the movant fail

2021We held that the movant’s “failure to take these steps” was a bar to her attempt on appeal to “challenge the trial court’s alleged failure to hold a hearing on her motion for contribution to attorney fees.” Id. ¶ 42 In this case, too, we find that the lack of a separate hearing is not dispositive.

12021–2021
People v. Sebag green
illappct · 1982
12021–2021
People v. Hopp green
ill · 2004
1 sentence

2021Apr. 8, 2013) requires that, in a criminal case, if the court determines the jury should be instructed on a subject and the IPI Criminal contains an applicable instruction, “the IPI Criminal instruction shall be used, unless the court determines that it does not accurately state the law.” See also Hopp, 209 Ill. 2d at 7 .

12021–2021
People v. Clark green
ill · 2016
1 sentence

2021However, in People v. Clark, 2016 IL 118845 , ¶ 46, the supreme court explained that “although [its] decisions in Glasper and Thompson equated second-prong plain error with structural error, [it] did not restrict plain error to the types of structural error that have been recognized by the [U.S.] Supreme Court.” In fact, our supreme court has applied second-prong plain error in contexts not involving structural error.

12021–2021
People v. Herron green
ill · 2005
12021–2021
People v. Cregar green
illappct · 1988
12018–2018
Duignan v. Lincoln Towers Ins. Agency green
illappct · 1996
12004–2004
Verb v. Motorola, Inc. green
illappct · 1996
11998–1998
Maher & Associates, Inc. v. Quality Cabinets green
illappct · 1994
11996–1996
People v. Gramo green
illappct · 1993
11995–1995
People v. Jeter green
illappct · 1993
11994–1994
People v. Mendez green
illappct · 1991
11993–1993
Miranda v. Arizona green
scotus · 1966
11993–1993
People v. Hagar green
illappct · 1987
11993–1993
People v. Roy green
illappct · 1990
11992–1992
Dunham v. Vaughan & Bushnell Mfg. Co. green
ill · 1969
11992–1992
People v. Wallace green
illappct · 1986
11992–1992
Hunt v. Blasius green
ill · 1978
11992–1992
People v. Carlson green
ill · 1980
11991–1991
In Re Marriage of Evans green
ill · 1981
11991–1991
Broussard v. Houdaille Industries, Inc. green
illappct · 1989
11991–1991
People v. Young green
ill · 1989
11991–1991
In Re Marriage of Moody green
illappct · 1983
11991–1991

Statutes the citing opinions construe

IL § 735 ILCS 5/2-615 (7) IL § 735 ILCS 5/2-619 (7) IL § 735 ILCS 5/2-1005 (4) IL § 720 ILCS 5/11-1.40 (3) IL § 720 ILCS 5/12-13 (3) IL § 720 ILCS 5/12-16 (3) IL § 725 ILCS 5/122-1 (3) IL § 730 ILCS 5/5-5-3.2 (3) IL § 735 ILCS 5/2-1401 (3) IL § 735 ILCS 5/2-616 (3) IL § 745 ILCS 10/1-101 (3)

Counted by distinct opinions that both name this issue and are annotated to the section; sections every opinion cites regardless of issue are not filtered here, so read the counts against the total above.

Where else courts name it

TX 241 (1968–2026) CA 230 (1943–2026) OH 112 (1981–2025) PA 86 (1927–2026) WA 74 (1974–2025) IL 72 (1908–2026) NY 53 (1898–2023) FL 49 (1973–2026) NJ 44 (1941–2026) GA 43 (1964–2024) MS 41 (1965–2024) IN 40 (1975–2026) MO 40 (1942–2024) MI 37 (1914–2025) MA 34 (1947–2023) LA 25 (1967–2020) CT 25 (1943–2024) OK 24 (1932–2020) MN 24 (1975–2024) IA 21 (1975–2025) OR 21 (1988–2024) MD 20 (1951–2025) VT 18 (1977–2025) NC 18 (1973–2022) CO 18 (1991–2026) AZ 16 (1970–2024) KS 16 (1904–2024) NM 16 (1929–2024) WI 15 (1963–2025) AL 15 (1968–2025) UT 15 (1988–2026) TN 14 (1984–2021) WV 14 (1959–2026) DC 14 (1976–2023) ND 12 (1955–2021) KY 11 (1940–2026) HI 9 (1962–2023) WY 8 (1986–2019) RI 8 (1980–2010) NE 7 (1981–2026) NH 7 (1970–2023) MT 7 (1899–2025) VA 6 (1950–2010) NV 6 (1939–2021) ME 6 (1985–2025) SD 5 (2007–2020) SC 5 (1984–2002) AK 5 (1980–2015) ID 4 (1987–2023) AR 3 (1987–2018) DE 3 (1962–2025) GU 2 (2021–2022)

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