For the purposes of this Act, unless the context otherwise requires, the terms used herein shall have the following meanings ascribed to them:
     (a) “Fingerprints” mean the impressions of the lines upon the fingertips taken with ink and placed upon a paper or plastic card for the purpose of identification.

Terms Used In Illinois Compiled Statutes 325 ILCS 45/2

  • State: when applied to different parts of the United States, may be construed to include the District of Columbia and the several territories, and the words "United States" may be construed to include the said district and territories. See Illinois Compiled Statutes 5 ILCS 70/1.14

     (b) “Local law enforcement agency” means the office of the county sheriff or a department of a municipality authorized by law or ordinance with the duties to maintain public order, make arrests, and enforce the criminal laws of this State or municipal ordinances;
     (c) “Minor” means a person under 18 years of age; and
     (d) “Parent” means the natural or adoptive parent who has legal custody of the minor.