In re Kelan W.

Summary

The court held that the Juvenile Court Act authorizes Illinois delinquency proceedings against an Illinois minor for unlawful conduct committed outside Illinois. It relied on the statute's unambiguous use of "any" law and its express authorization for conduct "regardless of where the act occurred," rejecting arguments based on capitalization, adult criminal jurisdiction, and practical difficulties. The court affirmed the appellate court, reversed the circuit court's dismissal of count I, and remanded for further proceedings.