IL · jury_instructions
Ill. Pattern Jury Instr. (Criminal) 4.39
Definition Of Pierce
The word “pierce” means to make a hole in the body in order to insert or allow the
insertion of any ring, hoop, stud, or other object for the purpose of ornamentation of the body.
The word “body” includes the oral cavity.
Provenance
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- illinoiscourts.gov
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- 2026-08-20
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- 2026-08-19
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