Public Conduct in McHenry County, IL (2026)
2 rules for unincorporated McHenry County, Illinois.
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Loitering Rules
Loitering on any McHenry County-controlled building or grounds is illegal under the county's Building Use Ordinance. Section 2.96.040(G) bars loitering, disorderly conduct, or any nuisance conduct that blocks entrances, lobbies, corridors, elevators, stairways, or parking lots at county facilities. The McHenry County Sheriff enforces the rule, and violators face a fine between $50 and $500 per offense.
Loitering Ban on McHenry County Property
Some RestrictionsMcHenry County Code § 2.96.040(G)
G. Loiter, initiate disorderly conduct, or initiate any conduct which creates a nuisance; reasonably obstructs the usual use of entrances, foyers, lobbies, corridors, offices, elevators, stairways, or parking lots; impedes or disrupts the performance of the official duties of County employees; or which prevents the general public from conducting business in a timely manner.
Outdoor Smoking Restrictions
McHenry County bars smoking within 15 feet of any entrance, exit, operable window, or ventilation intake at County-owned or leased buildings. The rule, set out in the county's Smoking Policy under Section 2.92.050, implements the Smoke Free Illinois Act and confines smoking to posted Designated Smoking Areas placed outside that 15-foot buffer. Smoking is also banned outright inside every County vehicle and piece of equipment.
Smoking Ban Near McHenry County Building Entrances
Some RestrictionsMcHenry County Code § 2.92.050(D), (I)
D. All exterior ashtrays will be placed a minimum of 15 feet from any County owned or leased facility. Signage noting “no smoking beyond this point” will be posted on or by exterior ashtrays. ... I. ... in all cases smoking is prohibited within a minimum distance of 15 feet from entrances, exits, windows that open and ventilation intakes. The County shall establish “Designated Smoking Areas...
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