Section 1230.25 Electronic Communication

Section 1230.25  Electronic Communication

a)         Upon development of a system that allows for

electronic communication,

the Department shall allow a person to elect to

receive FOID Card related correspondence via email or text message and to opt

out of first-class mail communication.

1)         The

person will be prompted to indicate how they wish to receive future

communications, messages, and alerts using the applicant portal.

2)         In

order to select email, text messaging, or both, the person must confirm a valid

email address and cellular phone number through the applicant portal.

b)         The

Department will require persons who select to receive FOID related electronic

communication to consent to accept service by electronic means of all notices,

orders, pleadings, and motions filed in this matter in lieu of service by

certified or regular mail.

1)         The

person will be prompted to accept electronic service using the applicant

portal.

2)         Service

shall be made upon the party's email address provided through the applicant

portal.