The Illinois Oath of Office and Bond is a legal document that is required for all public officials in the state of Illinois. It is a written agreement between the public official and the state in which they are employed. The oath is taken by the public official upon entering into office and is a promise to uphold the laws and regulations of the state and to faithfully discharge their duties as an elected or appointed official. The bond is a guarantee that the public official will faithfully perform their duties and will not abuse their office. There are two types of Illinois Oath of Office and Bond: the General Oath of Office and Bond and the Special Oath of Office and Bond. The General Oath of Office and Bond is taken by all appointed and elected public officials in the state of Illinois. The Special Oath of Office and Bond is taken by specific public officials, such as members of the judiciary, state officers, and county officers.