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725 ILCS 5/ 116-1
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§ 116-1 Motion for new trial
Article 116: Post-trial Motions
Rule Text
(a) Following a verdict or finding of guilty the court may grant the defendant a new trial.
(b) A written motion for a new trial shall be filed by the defendant within 30 days following the entry of a finding or the return of a verdict. Reasonable notice of the motion shall be served upon the State.
(c) The motion for a new trial shall specify the grounds therefor.
Amendment history: (from Ch. 38, par. 116-1) (Source: Laws 1963, p. 2836.)