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Yes. Police officers in Illinois are allowed to carry their weapons off duty anywhere within the State.

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Yes, as of 2013, off-duty police officers in Illinois are allowed to carry concealed weapons, but they must have a valid concealed carry license issued by the state. Thus, a police officer from Illinois can bring his weapon into Chicago when off duty if he has a valid concealed carry license.

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