§ 130.043 ABSOLUTE LIABILITY.

   A person may be guilty of an offense without having, as to each element thereof, one of the mental states described in §§ 130.038 through 130.041 if:

   (A)   The offense is a misdemeanor which is not punishable by incarceration or by fine exceeding $1,000; or

   (B)   The statute defining the offense clearly indicates a legislative purpose to impose absolute liability for the conduct prescribed.

(ILCS Chapter 720, Act 5, § 4-9) (1981 Code, § 42.04, 4-9)

Cross-reference:

   Responsibility, see §§ 130.070 et seq.