An Illinois Preliminary Hearing Order is an order issued by the court in the state of Illinois that sets the terms of a hearing before a trial. It outlines the specific issues and evidence that will be discussed at the hearing. The order sets the date, time, and place of the hearing. It also determines the parties involved, the type of proceedings, the issues to be discussed, and any other relevant information. There are two types of Illinois Preliminary Hearing Orders: criminal and civil. The criminal order is issued when a person has been charged with a crime and is facing a trial. The civil order is issued when a dispute between two or more parties needs to be resolved. The order outlines the evidence and issues that will be discussed at the hearing and provides guidance to the parties involved in the dispute.