Illinois Statutes Chapter 215. Insurance § 5/1016. Hearings, Witnesses, Appearances, Production of Books and Service of Process

§ 1016. Hearings, Witnesses, Appearances, Production of Books and Service of Process. (A) Whenever the Director has reason to believe that an insurance institution, agent or insurance-support organization has been or is engaged in conduct in this State which violates this Article, or if the Director believes that an insurance-support organization has been or is engaged in conduct outside this State which has an effect on a person residing in this State and violates this Article, the Director shall issue and serve upon such insurance institution, agent or insurance-support organization a statement of charges and notice of hearing to be held at a time and place fixed in the notice. Such hearing shall be conducted pursuant to Sections 401, 402 and 403 of this Act, and any applicable rules of the Department.

(B) At the time and place fixed for such hearing the insurance institution, agent or insurance-support organization charged shall have an opportunity to answer the charges against it and present evidence on its behalf. Upon good cause shown, the Director shall permit any adversely affected person to intervene, appear and be heard at such hearing by counsel or in person.