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circuit court committed reversible error in Illinois

47 Illinois opinions name it 2 courts 1899–2026 8 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 (13)

CaseFollowedCited
Stoller v. Paul Revere Life Insurancegreen
illappct · 1987 · cited in 3 Illinois opinions naming this issue, 2001–2022
2 sentences

2022Defendants disagree, arguing that Stoller’s motion did not comply with the requirements of section 2-1001.5 of the Code (735 ILCS 5/2-1001.5 (West 2018)), the circuit court correctly found that there was no showing of prejudice based on Stoller’s allegations, and Stoller’s intention in filing the motion was to improperly delay or avoid dismissal of the case. ¶ 25 Preliminarily, we address Stoller’s reliance on Paul Revere, 163 Ill.

2001See Stoller v. Paul Revere Life Insurance Co., 163 Ill.

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Daniels v. Andersongreen
ill · 1994 · cited in 2 Illinois opinions naming this issue, 2006–2006
2 sentences

2006"It is well settled that issues not raised in the trial court are deemed waived and may not be raised for the first time on appeal." Haudrich v. Howmedica, Inc., 169 Ill. 2d 525, 536 (1996); see also Daniels v. Anderson, 162 Ill. 2d 47, 58-59 (1994); Geise v. Phoenix Co. of Chicago, Inc., 159 Ill. 2d 507, 514-15 (1994); Lannom v. Kosco, 158 Ill. 2d 535, 539-40 (1994); Mittelman v. Witous, 135 Ill. 2d 220, 230 (1989).

2006“It is well settled that issues not raised in the trial court are deemed waived and may not be raised for the first time on appeal.” Haudrich v. Howmedica, Inc., 169 Ill. 2d 525, 536 (1996); see also Daniels v. Anderson, 162 Ill. 2d 47, 58-59 (1994); Geise v. Phoenix Co. of Chicago, Inc., 159 Ill. 2d 507, 514-15 (1994); Lannom v. Kosco, 158 Ill. 2d 535, 539-40 (1994); Mittelman v. Witous, 135 Ill. 2d 220, 230 (1989).

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Geise v. Phoenix Co. of Chicago, Inc.green
ill · 1994 · cited in 2 Illinois opinions naming this issue, 2006–2006
2 sentences

2006"It is well settled that issues not raised in the trial court are deemed waived and may not be raised for the first time on appeal." Haudrich v. Howmedica, Inc., 169 Ill. 2d 525, 536 (1996); see also Daniels v. Anderson, 162 Ill. 2d 47, 58-59 (1994); Geise v. Phoenix Co. of Chicago, Inc., 159 Ill. 2d 507, 514-15 (1994); Lannom v. Kosco, 158 Ill. 2d 535, 539-40 (1994); Mittelman v. Witous, 135 Ill. 2d 220, 230 (1989).

2006“It is well settled that issues not raised in the trial court are deemed waived and may not be raised for the first time on appeal.” Haudrich v. Howmedica, Inc., 169 Ill. 2d 525, 536 (1996); see also Daniels v. Anderson, 162 Ill. 2d 47, 58-59 (1994); Geise v. Phoenix Co. of Chicago, Inc., 159 Ill. 2d 507, 514-15 (1994); Lannom v. Kosco, 158 Ill. 2d 535, 539-40 (1994); Mittelman v. Witous, 135 Ill. 2d 220, 230 (1989).

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Lannom v. Koscogreen
ill · 1994 · cited in 2 Illinois opinions naming this issue, 2006–2006
2 sentences

2006"It is well settled that issues not raised in the trial court are deemed waived and may not be raised for the first time on appeal." Haudrich v. Howmedica, Inc., 169 Ill. 2d 525, 536 (1996); see also Daniels v. Anderson, 162 Ill. 2d 47, 58-59 (1994); Geise v. Phoenix Co. of Chicago, Inc., 159 Ill. 2d 507, 514-15 (1994); Lannom v. Kosco, 158 Ill. 2d 535, 539-40 (1994); Mittelman v. Witous, 135 Ill. 2d 220, 230 (1989).

2006“It is well settled that issues not raised in the trial court are deemed waived and may not be raised for the first time on appeal.” Haudrich v. Howmedica, Inc., 169 Ill. 2d 525, 536 (1996); see also Daniels v. Anderson, 162 Ill. 2d 47, 58-59 (1994); Geise v. Phoenix Co. of Chicago, Inc., 159 Ill. 2d 507, 514-15 (1994); Lannom v. Kosco, 158 Ill. 2d 535, 539-40 (1994); Mittelman v. Witous, 135 Ill. 2d 220, 230 (1989).

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Mittelman v. Witousred
ill · 1990 · cited in 2 Illinois opinions naming this issue, 2006–2006
2 sentences

2006"It is well settled that issues not raised in the trial court are deemed waived and may not be raised for the first time on appeal." Haudrich v. Howmedica, Inc., 169 Ill. 2d 525, 536 (1996); see also Daniels v. Anderson, 162 Ill. 2d 47, 58-59 (1994); Geise v. Phoenix Co. of Chicago, Inc., 159 Ill. 2d 507, 514-15 (1994); Lannom v. Kosco, 158 Ill. 2d 535, 539-40 (1994); Mittelman v. Witous, 135 Ill. 2d 220, 230 (1989).

2006“It is well settled that issues not raised in the trial court are deemed waived and may not be raised for the first time on appeal.” Haudrich v. Howmedica, Inc., 169 Ill. 2d 525, 536 (1996); see also Daniels v. Anderson, 162 Ill. 2d 47, 58-59 (1994); Geise v. Phoenix Co. of Chicago, Inc., 159 Ill. 2d 507, 514-15 (1994); Lannom v. Kosco, 158 Ill. 2d 535, 539-40 (1994); Mittelman v. Witous, 135 Ill. 2d 220, 230 (1989).

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Haudrich v. Howmedica, Inc.green
ill · 1996 · cited in 2 Illinois opinions naming this issue, 2006–2006
2 sentences

2006"It is well settled that issues not raised in the trial court are deemed waived and may not be raised for the first time on appeal." Haudrich v. Howmedica, Inc., 169 Ill. 2d 525, 536 (1996); see also Daniels v. Anderson, 162 Ill. 2d 47, 58-59 (1994); Geise v. Phoenix Co. of Chicago, Inc., 159 Ill. 2d 507, 514-15 (1994); Lannom v. Kosco, 158 Ill. 2d 535, 539-40 (1994); Mittelman v. Witous, 135 Ill. 2d 220, 230 (1989).

2006“It is well settled that issues not raised in the trial court are deemed waived and may not be raised for the first time on appeal.” Haudrich v. Howmedica, Inc., 169 Ill. 2d 525, 536 (1996); see also Daniels v. Anderson, 162 Ill. 2d 47, 58-59 (1994); Geise v. Phoenix Co. of Chicago, Inc., 159 Ill. 2d 507, 514-15 (1994); Lannom v. Kosco, 158 Ill. 2d 535, 539-40 (1994); Mittelman v. Witous, 135 Ill. 2d 220, 230 (1989).

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People v. Thingvoldgreen
ill · 1991 · cited in 2 Illinois opinions naming this issue, 2012–2012
2 sentences

2012Premised on this contention, the defendant asserts the circuit court committed reversible error by admitting evidence of "other crimes." As authority on the limited admissibility of "other crimes" evidence, the defendant cites People v. Phillips, 127 Ill.2d 499 , 131 Ill.Dec. 125 , 538 N.E.2d 500 (1989); he cites People v. Thingvold, 145 Ill.2d 441, 452 , 164 Ill.Dec. 877 , 584 N.E.2d 89 (1991), for the requirement that the defendant's involvement in those other crimes must be proved before such evidence may be found admissible.

2012Premised on this contention, the defendant asserts the circuit court committed reversible error by admitting evidence of "other crimes." As authority on the limited admissibility of "other crimes" evidence, the defendant cites People v. Phillips, 127 Ill.2d 499 , 131 Ill.Dec. 125 , 538 N.E.2d 500 (1989); he cites People v. Thingvold, 145 Ill.2d 441, 452 , 164 Ill.Dec. 877 , 584 N.E.2d 89 (1991), for the requirement that the defendant's involvement in those other crimes must be proved before such evidence may be found admissible.

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Caldwell v. Mississippigreen
scotus · 1985 · cited in 2 Illinois opinions naming this issue, 2000–2000
2 sentences

2000Under the constitution, it is “impermissible to rest a death sentence on a determination made by a sentencer who has been led to believe that the responsibility for determining the appropriateness of the defendant’s death rests elsewhere.” Caldwell v. Mississippi, 472 U.S. 320, 328-29 , 86 L.

2000Under the constitution, it is “impermissible to rest a death sentence on a determination made by a sentencer who has been led to believe that the responsibility for determining the appropriateness of the defendant’s death rests elsewhere.” Caldwell v. Mississippi, 472 U.S. 320, 328-29 , 86 L.

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In Re EBgreen
ill · 2008 · cited in 1 Illinois opinions naming this issue, 2026–2026
1 sentence

2026F.H. also contends that the circuit court’s unfitness findings and best interest determination were against the manifest weight of the evidence. ¶ 53 “ ‘In Illinois, the authority to involuntarily terminate parental rights is purely statutory and the scope of the court’s authority is defined by the Juvenile Court Act and the Adoption Act.’ ” In re M.I., 2016 IL 120232 , ¶ 19 (quoting In re E.B., 231 Ill. 2d 459, 463 (2008)).

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People Ex Rel. Daley v. Schreiergreen
ill · 1982 · cited in 1 Illinois opinions naming this issue, 2025–2025
2 sentences

2025Daley v. Schreier, 92 Ill. 2d 271, 276 (1982). “[W]hen a reviewing court issues a mandate, it vests the [circuit] court with jurisdiction to take only such action as conforms to that mandate.” Schreier, 92 Ill. 2d at 276 .

2025Daley v. Schreier, 92 Ill. 2d 271, 276 (1982). “[W]hen a reviewing court issues a mandate, it vests the [circuit] court with jurisdiction to take only such action as conforms to that mandate.” Schreier, 92 Ill. 2d at 276 .

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Steinbrecher v. Steinbrechergreen
ill · 2001 · cited in 1 Illinois opinions naming this issue, 2022–2022
1 sentence

2022He further contends that the circuit court committed reversible error in denying his motion to dismiss, striking his affirmative defenses, and confirming the sale. ¶ 16 At the outset, we address plaintiff’s argument that Muhammad’s appeal should be dismissed as moot, because Muhammad did not perfect a stay and the subject property has since been sold to a third party. 4 No. 1-22-0183 ¶ 17 “An appeal is moot if it involves no actual controversy, or the reviewing court cannot grant the complaining party effectual relief.” Deutsche Bank National Trust Co. as Trustee for Indymac Indx Mortgage Loan

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Deutsche Bank National Trust Co. v. Romangreen
illappct · 2019 · cited in 1 Illinois opinions naming this issue, 2022–2022
1 sentence

2022He further contends that the circuit court committed reversible error in denying his motion to dismiss, striking his affirmative defenses, and confirming the sale. ¶ 16 At the outset, we address plaintiff’s argument that Muhammad’s appeal should be dismissed as moot, because Muhammad did not perfect a stay and the subject property has since been sold to a third party. 4 No. 1-22-0183 ¶ 17 “An appeal is moot if it involves no actual controversy, or the reviewing court cannot grant the complaining party effectual relief.” Deutsche Bank National Trust Co. as Trustee for Indymac Indx Mortgage Loan

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People v. Starksgreen
illappct · 2012 · cited in 1 Illinois opinions naming this issue, 2021–2021
2 sentences

2021See People v. Starks, 2012 IL App (2d) 110324, ¶ 24 , 975 N.E.2d 71 ; People v. Greer, 341 Ill.

2021See People v. Starks, 2012 IL App (2d) 110324, ¶ 24 , 975 N.E.2d 71 ; People v. Greer, 341 Ill.

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Distinguished, questioned or overruled (0)

CaseNegativeCited
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Also cited on this issue (31)

CaseCitedYears
People v. Nitz green
ill · 1991
2 sentences

2015Consequently, we limit our holding in this case to that error. ¶ 42 The State’s reliance on our decision in People v. Nitz, 143 Ill. 2d 82 (1991), in support of its harmless-error argument is misplaced.

2015Consequently, we limit our holding in this case to that error. ¶ 42 The State’s reliance on our decision in People v. Nitz, 143 Ill. 2d 82 (1991), in support of its harmless-error argument is misplaced.

32014–2015
People v. Krankel green
ill · 1984
2 sentences

2020Defendant argues that (1) he was deprived of his right to present a defense where two witnesses were not permitted to testify that Ricky Alexander (Ricky) told them that he committed the offense rather than defendant, (2) defense counsel provided ineffective assistance when he failed to seek a continuance to investigate defendant’s report that Ricky confessed to committing the offense in a recorded jail call, (3) the prosecutor engaged in misconduct during closing argument, and (4) the circuit court committed reversible error during the preliminary Krankel inquiry (see People v. Krankel, 102 I

2020Defendant argues that (1) he was deprived of his right to present a defense where two witnesses were not permitted to testify that Ricky Alexander (Ricky) told them that he committed the offense rather than defendant, (2) defense counsel provided ineffective assistance when he failed to seek a continuance to investigate defendant’s report that Ricky confessed to committing the offense in a recorded jail call, (3) the prosecutor engaged in misconduct during closing argument, and (4) the circuit court committed reversible error during the preliminary Krankel inquiry (see People v. Krankel, 102 I

22020–2020
People v. Jolly green
ill · 2014
2 sentences

2015People v. Jolly, 2014 IL 117142, ¶ 46 . - 15 - ¶ 76 In Jolly, our supreme court held that a circuit court committed reversible error when it allowed the State to question defendant and defense counsel in a manner that rebutted defendant’s allegations.

2015People v. Jolly, 2014 IL 117142, ¶ 46 . ¶ 76 In Jolly, our supreme court held that a circuit court committed reversible error when it allowed the State to question defendant and defense counsel in a manner that rebutted defendant's allegations.

22015–2015
People v. Phillips green
ill · 1989
2 sentences

2012Premised on this contention, the defendant asserts the circuit court committed reversible error by admitting evidence of "other crimes." As authority on the limited admissibility of "other crimes" evidence, the defendant cites People v. Phillips, 127 Ill.2d 499 , 131 Ill.Dec. 125 , 538 N.E.2d 500 (1989); he cites People v. Thingvold, 145 Ill.2d 441, 452 , 164 Ill.Dec. 877 , 584 N.E.2d 89 (1991), for the requirement that the defendant's involvement in those other crimes must be proved before such evidence may be found admissible.

2012Premised on this contention, the defendant asserts the circuit court committed reversible error by admitting evidence of "other crimes." As authority on the limited admissibility of "other crimes" evidence, the defendant cites People v. Phillips, 127 Ill.2d 499 , 131 Ill.Dec. 125 , 538 N.E.2d 500 (1989); he cites People v. Thingvold, 145 Ill.2d 441, 452 , 164 Ill.Dec. 877 , 584 N.E.2d 89 (1991), for the requirement that the defendant's involvement in those other crimes must be proved before such evidence may be found admissible.

22012–2012
In Re Marriage of O'Brien green
illappct · 2009
2 sentences

2011The appellate court rejected John's arguments and affirmed with one justice specially concurring. 393 Ill.App.3d 364 , 332 Ill.Dec. 242 , 912 N.E.2d 729 .

2011The appellate court rejected John's arguments and affirmed with one justice specially concurring. 393 Ill.App.3d 364 , 332 Ill.Dec. 242 , 912 N.E.2d 729 .

22011–2011
Grossman v. Gebarowski green
illappct · 2000
2 sentences

2008Defendant relies upon Grossman v. Gebarowski, 315 Ill.

2008Defendant relies upon Grossman v. Gebarowski, 315 Ill.

22008–2008
People v. Anderson green
illappct · 2004
2 sentences

2005This court recently addressed a similar issue in People v. Anderson , 352 Ill.

2005This court recently addressed a similar issue in People v. Anderson, 352 Ill.

22005–2005
Saxton v. Toole green
illappct · 1992
2 sentences

1997Saxton v. Toole, 240 Ill.

1997Saxton v. Toole, 240 Ill.

21997–1997
Department of Business & Economic Development v. Baumann green
illappct · 1972
2 sentences

1974Petitioner does not dispute defendants' contention that evidence of an exchange of real estate is not admissible but argues "that the Ward transaction was a cash sale although in form it was made to appear as a trade." Relying, apparently, upon the in camera testimony of James Knippen ( 9 Ill.

1974Petitioner does not dispute defendants’ contention that evidence of an exchange of real estate is not admissible but argues “that the Ward transaction was a cash sale although in form it was made to appear as a trade.” Relying, apparently, upon the in camera testimony of James Knippen ( 9 Ill.

21974–1974
People v. Burge green
ill · 2021
1 sentence

2026“An abuse of discretion will only be found where the court’s ruling is arbitrary, fanciful, unreasonable, or no reasonable person would take the view adopted by the trial court.” (Internal quotation marks omitted.) Burge, 2021 IL 125642, ¶ 37 . ¶ 31 On appeal, the defendant contends the circuit court committed reversible error by denying his amended motion to withdraw his guilty pleas.

12026–2026
In re M.I. green
ill · 2016
1 sentence

2026F.H. also contends that the circuit court’s unfitness findings and best interest determination were against the manifest weight of the evidence. ¶ 53 “ ‘In Illinois, the authority to involuntarily terminate parental rights is purely statutory and the scope of the court’s authority is defined by the Juvenile Court Act and the Adoption Act.’ ” In re M.I., 2016 IL 120232 , ¶ 19 (quoting In re E.B., 231 Ill. 2d 459, 463 (2008)).

12026–2026
Batson v. Kentucky green
scotus · 1986
1 sentence

2024The first was that the circuit court committed reversible error by overruling his challenge pursuant to Batson v. Kentucky, 476 U.S. 79 (1986).

12024–2024
People v. Brown green
ill · 2017
1 sentence

2024People v. Brown, 2017 IL 121681, ¶ 25 .

12024–2024
People v. Greer green
illappct · 2003
1 sentence

2021See People v. Starks, 2012 IL App (2d) 110324, ¶ 24 , 975 N.E.2d 71 ; People v. Greer, 341 Ill.

12021–2021
People v. Hollahan green
illappct · 2019
1 sentence

2020A divided appellate court answered that question in the affirmative. 2019 IL App (3d) 150556 .

12020–2020
Leonardi v. Loyola University of Chicago green
ill · 1995
1 sentence

2010Leonardi, 168 Ill. 2d at 100 .

12010–2010
People v. Shellstrom green
illappct · 2003
1 sentence

2004Shellstrom, 345 Ill.App.3d at 177 , 280 Ill.Dec. 456 , 802 N.E.2d at 384.

12004–2004
People v. Suerth green
illappct · 1981
11994–1994
Noland v. Steiner green
illappct · 1991
11994–1994
People v. Ruel green
illappct · 1970
11994–1994
Uhrhan v. Union Pacific Railroad neutral
illappct · 1992
11993–1993
Thomas v. University of Chicago Lying-In Hospital green
illappct · 1991
11992–1992
Yassin v. Certified Grocers of Illinois, Inc. green
illappct · 1986
11991–1991
People v. Reid green
illappct · 1988
11990–1990
Gibellina v. Handley green
ill · 1989
11989–1989
The PEOPLE v. Johnson green
ill · 1958
11987–1987
The People v. Braune green
ill · 1936
11987–1987
The People v. Meisenhelter green
ill · 1942
11987–1987
People v. Dace green
illappct · 1983
11984–1984
The People v. Lefler green
ill · 1967
11976–1976
Lee v. Rowley neutral
illappct · 1879
11899–1899

Statutes the citing opinions construe

IL § 725 ILCS 5/122-1 (4) IL § 735 ILCS 5/2-1001 (4) IL § 725 ILCS 5/114-5 (3) IL § 735 ILCS 5/2-1001.5 (3) IL § 735 ILCS 5/2-1401 (3) USC § 28u.s.c.144 (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

IL 47 (1899–2026) WV 29 (1987–2023) VA 17 (2011–2026) MS 17 (2006–2023) AL 12 (1992–2016) AR 11 (1947–2025) SC 9 (1904–2024) KY 8 (1996–2026) MO 7 (1910–2025) MD 6 (1994–2016) HI 6 (2006–2025) FL 3 (1996–2023) SD 3 (2002–2015) WI 3 (1992–2012)

Opinions by the citing court's state. A doctrine retained in one state and abandoned in another shows up here as a year span that stalls.

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