Ind. Code § 7.1-3-10-6 — Indiana Code / Title 7.1 / Article 3 / Chapter 10 / Section 7.1-3-10-6
Sale of beer; application and scope
Status: in_force

Sec. 6. The commission may, upon proper application and the payment of the required license fee, issue a beer dealer's permit to the holder of a liquor dealer's permit. However, applications for both of the permits may be made at the same time. The provisions of IC 7.1-3-5 shall apply to the issuance and enjoyment of a beer dealer's permit issued under the provisions of this section.

[Pre-1973 Recodification Citations: 7-1-1-20; 7-1-4-2.]

Formerly: Acts 1973, P.L.55, SEC.1. As amended by P.L.86-2018, SEC.112.
Ind. Code § 7.1-3-18.5-1.5 — Indiana Code / Title 7.1 / Article 3 / Chapter 18.5 / Section 7.1-3-18.5-1.5
Wholesale distribution of tobacco; certificate required
Status: in_force

Sec. 1.5. (a) A person may not sell tobacco products or electronic cigarettes at wholesale or participate in the wholesale distribution of tobacco products or electronic cigarettes without a valid wholesale tobacco sales certificate issued by the commission.

(b) The commission may only issue a wholesale tobacco sales certificate to a person who owns or operates a wholesale tobacco business at a premises consisting of a permanent building or structure that is used for the wholesale distribution of tobacco products or electronic cigarettes.

As added by P.L.148-2026, SEC.2.
Ind. Code § 7.1-1-3-20 — Indiana Code / Title 7.1 / Article 1 / Chapter 3 / Section 7.1-1-3-20
"Licensed premises"
Status: in_force

Sec. 20. Licensed Premises. The term "licensed premises" means a building, or part of a building, in which alcoholic beverages are authorized by a permit to be kept, manufactured, or sold. The term does not mean the residential portion of a building in which alcoholic beverages are not kept, manufactured, sold, furnished, or given away under the permit, nor does it mean a separate room furnished a guest as sleeping quarters in a club or hotel.

[Pre-1973 Recodification Citation: 7-2-1-7.]

Formerly: Acts 1973, P.L.55, SEC.1.
Ind. Code § 7.1-3-24-5 — Indiana Code / Title 7.1 / Article 3 / Chapter 24 / Section 7.1-3-24-5
Deceased permittee
Status: in_force

Sec. 5. Deceased Permittee. A duly appointed and qualified administrator or executor of the estate of a deceased permittee, may, with the approval of the court, continue the business conducted by the deceased permittee under the permit held by him if the administrator or executor, either himself or by an agent, also to be approved by the court, applies for and obtains the written consent of the chairman.

[Pre-1973 Recodification Citation: 7-1-1-8(1).]

Formerly: Acts 1973, P.L.55, SEC.1.
Ind. Code § 7.1-3-24-3 — Indiana Code / Title 7.1 / Article 3 / Chapter 24 / Section 7.1-3-24-3
Ordinary transfers; restrictions
Status: in_force

Sec. 3. A transfer authorized by section 2 of this chapter is subject to the following restrictions:

(1) It shall be made upon the terms and under the rules and regulations that the commission may prescribe.

(2) The application for the transfer shall conform in respect to notice and publication and investigation before the local board as in the case of an original application for a permit.

(3) It shall be subject to the advance payment of the advance cost fee under IC 7.1-4-4.1-6.

[Pre-1973 Recodification Citation: 7-1-1-8(1).]

Formerly: Acts 1973, P.L.55, SEC.1. As amended by P.L.204-2001, SEC.41.
Ind. Code § 7.1-3-16-5.5 — Indiana Code / Title 7.1 / Article 3 / Chapter 16 / Section 7.1-3-16-5.5
Temporary wine permits; town parks
Status: in_force

Sec. 5.5. (a) This section applies to a temporary wine permit for the sale of wine in a town park in a town having a population of less than ten thousand (10,000).

(b) The commission may not issue a temporary wine permit to a person unless:

(1) the person meets all of the requirements for a temporary wine permit under this chapter; and

(2) the town council:

(A) holds a public hearing on the request for a permit; and

(B) approves the issuance of the temporary wine permit.

(c) If a person asks a town council to approve the issuance of a temporary wine permit, the town clerk-treasurer shall notify the commission of the town council's decision to approve or disapprove the permit not later than thirty (30) days after the person's request for approval.

(d) If a person who applies for a temporary wine permit from the commission demonstrates to the satisfaction of the commission that no action was taken on the person's request by the town council under subsection (c), the commission shall consider the request to be approved by the town council.

As added by P.L.73-1996, SEC.4.
Ind. Code § 7.1-1-3-16 — Indiana Code / Title 7.1 / Article 1 / Chapter 3 / Section 7.1-1-3-16
"Enforcement officer"
Status: in_force

Sec. 16. The term "enforcement officer" means a person employed by the commission to perform duties pursuant to IC 7.1-2.

[Pre-1973 Recodification Citation: 7-2-1-3(a).]

Formerly: Acts 1973, P.L.55, SEC.1. As amended by P.L.86-2018, SEC.85.
Ind. Code § 7.1-3-18.5-0.5 — Indiana Code / Title 7.1 / Article 3 / Chapter 18.5 / Section 7.1-3-18.5-0.5
"Wholesale"
Status: in_force

Sec. 0.5. For purposes of this chapter, "wholesale" means the business of selling, bartering, exchanging, or distributing tobacco products or electronic cigarettes to certificate holders in Indiana for the purpose of resale.

As added by P.L.153-2026, SEC.28.
Ind. Code § 7.1-3-23-38 — Indiana Code / Title 7.1 / Article 3 / Chapter 23 / Section 7.1-3-23-38
Transmission of record
Status: in_force

Sec. 38. Transmission of Record. The commission, within ten (10) days after the filing of the notice of appeal and the appeal bond with the commission, shall transmit the papers, files, written evidence and the transcript of the hearing, to the clerk of the court to which the appeal is taken. The entire contents of the record transmitted by the commission shall be duly verified by certificate of the commission.

[Pre-1973 Recodification Citation: 7-1-1-43.]

Formerly: Acts 1973, P.L.55, SEC.1.
Ind. Code § 7.1-3-6-11 — Indiana Code / Title 7.1 / Article 3 / Chapter 6 / Section 7.1-3-6-11
Shipments by carrier
Status: in_force

Sec. 11. Shipments by Carrier. Nothing contained in a dining car beer permit or the privileges accorded under it shall effect the provisions of this title in regard to the shipment of alcoholic beverages by a carrier for either a consignor, or a consignee, or both.

[Pre-1973 Recodification Citation: 7-1-1-14.]

Formerly: Acts 1973, P.L.55, SEC.1.
Ind. Code § 7.1-3-20-11 — Indiana Code / Title 7.1 / Article 3 / Chapter 20 / Section 7.1-3-20-11
Restaurants; unincorporated town exception
Status: in_force

Sec. 11. The commission may issue a beer retailer's permit to a restaurant if it is located within an unincorporated town, or in close proximity to one, and if the establishment meets the requirements provided in section 9 of this chapter.

[Pre-1973 Recodification Citation: 7-1-1-3(j).]

Formerly: Acts 1973, P.L.55, SEC.1. As amended by P.L.86-2018, SEC.118.
Ind. Code § 7.1-3-1-5.6 — Indiana Code / Title 7.1 / Article 3 / Chapter 1 / Section 7.1-3-1-5.6
Permit renewal requirements
Status: in_force

Sec. 5.6. (a) This section applies only in a county having a consolidated city.

(b) This section applies only to an application for the renewal of a permit to sell alcoholic beverages.

(c) The definitions set forth in section 5.5 of this chapter apply to this section.

(d) The renewal of a permit is subject to IC 7.1-3-19-9.5.

(e) Except as provided in section 28(d) of this chapter, subsections (f) and (g) apply to a location in the consolidated city only if the application is for a liquor dealer's permit.

(f) Notwithstanding subsection (d), if:

(1) an applicant has been cited for a violation of law or a rule of the commission; or

(2) the local alcoholic beverage board has received at least five (5) written complaints against the applicant alleging a violation of law or a rule of the commission;

then upon direction of the local board, the applicant shall, at least fifteen (15) days before the date of the local alcoholic beverage board hearing, mail notice of the hearing at the applicant's expense as provided in subsection (g).

(g) The applicant shall mail the notice required under subsection (f) to the following:

(1) Each neighboring property owner.

(2) The department of metropolitan development of the consolidated city.

(3) The following entities that have registered with the department of metropolitan development of the consolidated city:

(A) The principal, headmaster, or other primary administrator of each public, private, or parochial elementary or secondary school located less than one thousand (1,000) feet from the property line of the applicant's property.

(B) Each church that is located less than one thousand (1,000) feet from the property line of the applicant's property.

(C) Each neighborhood association that represents the area in which the applicant's property is located.

(h) The notice that the applicant mails must provide the following information:

(1) The name and address of the applicant, or if the applicant is a corporation, a club, an association, or an organization, the name and address of the applicant's president, secretary, and principal owners who will be responsible to the public for the sale of alcoholic beverages.

(2) A statement that the applicant has filed an application with the alcohol and tobacco commission for the sale of alcoholic beverages.

(3) The specific address where alcoholic beverages are asked to be sold.

(4) The type of alcoholic beverage permit applied for.

(5) The date, time, and location of the public hearing before the local alcoholic beverage board regarding the application.

(6) That if there is a desire to remonstrate against the application, the recipient of the notice may attend this public hearing.

(i) The applicant shall furnish evidence of the applicant's compliance with this section by filing an affidavit with the local alcoholic beverage board at the public hearing on the application. The affidavit must list the names and addresses of the persons to whom notice was mailed by the applicant.

(j) In addition to the information required by subsection (i), the applicant shall file with the local alcoholic beverage board at the public hearing the following information:

(1) Verification from the department of metropolitan development of the consolidated city that the applicant is in compliance with zoning requirements for the premises to be licensed.

(2) Verification from the department of state revenue that the applicant does not have any outstanding income tax, excise tax, or sales tax liabilities.

(3) Verification from the county treasurer that the applicant does not have any outstanding property tax liability.

(k) Subsection (j)(1) does not apply to a permit holder that received and held a permit before September 1, 1987.

As added by P.L.52-1994, SEC.4. Amended by P.L.2-1995, SEC.38; P.L.106-1995, SEC.5; P.L.204-2001, SEC.24.
Ind. Code § 7.1-3-22-7 — Indiana Code / Title 7.1 / Article 3 / Chapter 22 / Section 7.1-3-22-7
Existing permits unaffected
Status: reserved

Sec. 7. The provisions of sections 3, 4, and 5 of this chapter shall apply only to applications for new permits and they shall not affect existing permits and transfers of them, whether from person to person or location to location, nor shall they effect any of the limitations, rights and privileges reserved to package liquor store dealers, or special types or kinds of retailer's permits, nor the restrictions on the issuance of permits to premises situated outside an incorporated city or town.

[Pre-1973 Recodification Citations: 7-3-4-3; 7-1-4-7.]

Formerly: Acts 1973, P.L.55, SEC.1. As amended by P.L.86-2018, SEC.121.
Ind. Code § 7.1-3-1-27 — Indiana Code / Title 7.1 / Article 3 / Chapter 1 / Section 7.1-3-1-27
Affidavit of compliance by retailer permittee; financial statements
Status: in_force

Sec. 27. (a) Notwithstanding any other provision of this article, a retailer permittee who is required to comply with the gross food and beverage sales, or gross food sales, standards contained in this article as a condition of receiving, continuing to hold, or renewing, the permittee's permit, or otherwise doing business, may attest to the permittee's compliance with those standards by filing an affidavit of compliance with the commission.

(b) The affidavit of compliance authorized by subsection (a) must be in writing and signed by the permittee, or by a responsible officer or partner, under the penalties of perjury, that the representations contained in it are true.

(c) If the commission has reasonable grounds to doubt the truthfulness of an affidavit filed pursuant to subsection (a), it may require the permittee to support it by audited financial statements. If the audited financial statements do not support the affidavit and show the required compliance with the applicable standards of this article, the commission may revoke the permit.

As added by P.L.112-1987, SEC.4.
Ind. Code § 7.1-2-5-3 — Indiana Code / Title 7.1 / Article 2 / Chapter 5 / Section 7.1-2-5-3
Seizures
Status: in_force

Sec. 3. Seizures. The officer who serves the warrant shall seize any article described in the warrant and any other article that he may find during the search that is used in the violation of a provision of this title and hold them pending the disposition as may be ordered by the court in which a prosecution may be instituted for the violation of a provision of this title.

[Pre-1973 Recodification Citation: 7-1-1-34.]

Formerly: Acts 1973, P.L.55, SEC.1.
Ind. Code § 7.1-5-2-7 — Indiana Code / Title 7.1 / Article 5 / Chapter 2 / Section 7.1-5-2-7
Limitation on brand name advertising near certain premises; temporary banners permitted for sporting events, festivals, and holidays
Status: in_force

Sec. 7. (a) The term "premises" as used in this subsection does not include a facility (as defined in IC 7.1-2-3-16.5). A primary source of supply, wholesaler, or salesman of alcoholic beverages, or the agent or representative of a primary source of supply, wholesaler, or salesman of alcoholic beverages may not directly or indirectly place, display, or maintain or cause to be placed, displayed, or maintained a sign advertising alcoholic beverages by brand name within two hundred (200) feet of a premises having a retailer or dealer permit to sell alcoholic beverages. The distance must be determined by measuring between the nearest point on the licensed premises to the nearest point of the sign.

(b) A sign advertising alcoholic beverages by brand name may not indicate by arrows, hands, or other similar devices a particular retailer or dealer premises.

(c) Notwithstanding subsection (a), a primary source of supply, wholesaler, or salesman of alcoholic beverages, or the agent or representative of a primary source of supply, wholesaler, or salesman of alcoholic beverages may place, display, maintain or cause to be placed, displayed, or maintained temporary banners or pennants advertising alcoholic beverages by brand name on or within two hundred (200) feet of a retailer or dealer premises if the banners or pennants commemorate a sporting event, festival, or holiday held in Indiana. The banners or pennants may be displayed under this subsection beginning twenty-one (21) days before the sporting event, festival, or holiday and ending five (5) days after the close of the sporting event, festival, or holiday.

(d) A person who knowingly or intentionally violates this section commits a Class B misdemeanor.

As added by P.L.106-1995, SEC.17. Amended by P.L.15-2011, SEC.13; P.L.159-2014, SEC.26.
Ind. Code § 7.1-3-25.5-4 — Indiana Code / Title 7.1 / Article 3 / Chapter 25.5 / Section 7.1-3-25.5-4
Amendment or termination of same distribution with all wholesalers
Status: in_force

Sec. 4. (a) This section applies to a primary source of supply that intends to amend, cancel, terminate, or refuse to renew distribution agreements with all beer wholesalers who:

(1) have entered into the same distribution agreement with the primary source of supply; and

(2) are located in the United States.

(b) A primary source of supply has the right to amend, cancel, terminate, or refuse to renew the distribution agreements, if the primary source of supply provides written notice to each beer wholesaler:

(1) in accordance with section 5 of this chapter; and

(2) at least ninety (90) days before the intended effective date of the amendment of, cancellation of, termination of, or refusal to renew each beer wholesaler's distribution agreement.

As added by P.L.139-2021, SEC.2.
Ind. Code § 7.1-7-6-5 — Indiana Code / Title 7.1 / Article 7 / Chapter 6 / Section 7.1-7-6-5
Sale of e-liquid, e-liquid product, or vapor device to a minor
Status: in_force

Sec. 5. A person who knowingly or intentionally makes a delivery sale of an e-liquid, an e-liquid product, or a vapor device to an individual who is less than twenty-one (21) years of age commits a Class B infraction.

As added by P.L.206-2017, SEC.35. Amended by P.L.49-2020, SEC.20; P.L.141-2026, SEC.2; P.L.148-2026, SEC.36.
Ind. Code § 7.1-2-4-19 — Indiana Code / Title 7.1 / Article 2 / Chapter 4 / Section 7.1-2-4-19
Mileage
Status: in_force

Sec. 19. An appointed member of a local board shall receive mileage at the same rate per mile as is provided for state employees in the state travel policies and procedures established by the department of administration and approved by the state budget agency for each mile, in excess of two (2) miles per day, traveled by him in necessary attendance at the meetings of the local board. The claim for mileage shall be certified by the member and filed with the commission. The claim for mileage shall be paid by the state at the expiration of sixty (60) days after the questionnaire covering an application investigated at the meeting of the local board in respect to which the mileage is claimed has been filled out and signed by the member.

[Pre-1973 Recodification Citation: 7-2-4-1.]

Formerly: Acts 1973, P.L.55, SEC.1. As amended by P.L.85-1985, SEC.3.
Ind. Code § 7.1-3-25-14 — Indiana Code / Title 7.1 / Article 3 / Chapter 25 / Section 7.1-3-25-14
Good faith settlements not prohibited
Status: in_force

Sec. 14. Nothing in this chapter shall be construed to limit or prohibit good faith settlements voluntarily entered into by the parties.

As added by P.L.224-2005, SEC.19.
Ind. Code § 7.1-3-26-9 — Indiana Code / Title 7.1 / Article 3 / Chapter 26 / Section 7.1-3-26-9
Direct wine seller; conditions and requirements
Status: in_force

Sec. 9. A direct wine seller's permit entitles a seller to sell and ship wine to a consumer by receiving and filling orders that the consumer transmits by electronic or other means if all of the following conditions are satisfied before the sale or by the times set forth as follows:

(1) The consumer provides the direct wine seller with the following:

(A) The consumer's name.

(B) A valid delivery address and telephone number.

(C) Proof of age by a state government issued or federal government issued identification card showing the consumer to be at least twenty-one (21) years of age. The proof under this clause may be evidenced:

(i) in person;

(ii) by a photocopy or facsimile copy that is mailed or electronically transmitted;

(iii) by a computer scanned, electronically transmitted copy; or

(iv) through an age verification service used by the direct wine seller.

(2) The direct wine seller meets the following requirements:

(A) Maintains for two (2) years all records of wine sales made under this chapter. If the records are requested by the commission, a direct wine seller shall:

(i) make the records available to the commission during the direct wine seller's regular business hours; or

(ii) at the direction of the commission, deliver copies to the commission.

(B) Stamps, prints, or labels on the outside of the shipping container the following: "CONTAINS WINE. SIGNATURE OF PERSON AGE 21 OR OLDER REQUIRED FOR DELIVERY.".

(C) Causes the wine to be delivered by the holder of a valid carrier's alcoholic beverage permit under IC 7.1-3-18.

(D) Directs the carrier to verify that the individual personally receiving the wine shipment is at least twenty-one (21) years of age.

(E) Does not ship to any consumer more than two hundred sixteen (216) liters of wine in any calendar year.

(F) Remits to the department of state revenue monthly all Indiana excise, sales, and use taxes on the shipments made into Indiana by the direct wine seller during the previous month.

(G) Ships to a consumer in Indiana only wine manufactured, produced, or bottled by the applicant.

As added by P.L.165-2006, SEC.34. Amended by P.L.186-2011, SEC.9; P.L.107-2015, SEC.9.
Ind. Code § 7.1-3-3-15 — Indiana Code / Title 7.1 / Article 3 / Chapter 3 / Section 7.1-3-3-15
Trial
Status: in_force

Sec. 15. Trial. The court shall give preference to the action for review in order that, consistent with justice, the matters in issue may be determined speedily. A change of venue from the county shall not be granted in an action for review, but either party may apply for and secure a change of judge under the Indiana Rules of Civil Procedure. The trial of the action shall be by the court without the intervention of a jury.

[Pre-1973 Recodification Citation: 7-1-1-10.]

Formerly: Acts 1973, P.L.55, SEC.1.
Ind. Code § 7.1-5-10-13 — Indiana Code / Title 7.1 / Article 5 / Chapter 10 / Section 7.1-5-10-13
Cashing of certain checks prohibited
Status: in_force

Sec. 13. (a) A permittee who holds a permit to sell at retail shall not cash a check issued by the division of family and children or by a charitable organization if any part of the proceeds of the check are to be used to purchase an alcoholic beverage.

(b) A permittee who knowingly or intentionally violates this section commits a Class B misdemeanor.

[Pre-1973 Recodification Citation: 7-1-2-1.]

Formerly: Acts 1973, P.L.55, SEC.1. As amended by P.L.16-1986, SEC.5; P.L.4-1993, SEC.12; P.L.5-1993, SEC.24; P.L.146-2008, SEC.360; P.L.44-2009, SEC.3; P.L.159-2014, SEC.78.
Ind. Code § 7.1-3-1.5-1 — Indiana Code / Title 7.1 / Article 3 / Chapter 1.5 / Section 7.1-3-1.5-1
"Alcohol server"
Status: in_force

Sec. 1. As used in this chapter, "alcohol server" means the following:

(1) A person who works on the licensed premises of a retailer permittee as:

(A) a manager;

(B) a bartender;

(C) a waiter or waitress; or

(D) except for a current or retired law enforcement officer (as defined in IC 35-31.5-2-185) or a graduate of a reserve officer program approved by the Indiana law enforcement academy, a contractor or an employee responsible for examining an individual's identification to determine the individual's age, including controlling the entry of individuals to a licensed premises at a time when entry into the licensed premises is restricted to those individuals at least twenty-one (21) years of age.

(2) A person who works on the licensed premises of a dealer permittee as a:

(A) manager; or

(B) sales clerk.

(3) A person who is the proprietor of or is employed by an art instruction studio under IC 7.1-5-8-4.6 that serves wine brought into the studio by patrons.

As added by P.L.161-2005, SEC.1. Amended by P.L.285-2019, SEC.16; P.L.163-2025, SEC.11; P.L.153-2026, SEC.23.
Ind. Code § 7.1-3-17.7-3 — Indiana Code / Title 7.1 / Article 3 / Chapter 17.7 / Section 7.1-3-17.7-3
Fee limitations inapplicable
Status: in_force

Sec. 3. A horse track permit or a satellite facility permit is not subject to the fee limitations otherwise set forth in IC 7.1.

As added by P.L.15-1994, SEC.5.
Ind. Code § 7.1-7-4-8 — Indiana Code / Title 7.1 / Article 7 / Chapter 4 / Section 7.1-7-4-8
Prohibitions on a foreign adversary product
Status: in_force

Sec. 8. (a) A manufacturer that is permitted or required to be permitted under this chapter may not manufacture, source, possess, sell, or otherwise distribute a foreign adversary product.

(b) A retailer that holds or is required to hold a tobacco sales certificate under IC 7.1-3-18.5-1 may not possess, sell, or otherwise distribute a foreign adversary product.

(c) A wholesaler that holds or is required to hold a wholesale tobacco sales certificate under IC 7.1-3-18.5-1.5 may not possess, sell, or otherwise distribute a foreign adversary product.

As added by P.L.148-2026, SEC.27.
Ind. Code § 7.1-5-10-17 — Indiana Code / Title 7.1 / Article 5 / Chapter 10 / Section 7.1-5-10-17
Repealed
Status: repealed

[Pre-1973 Recodification Citation: 7-3-6-2.]

Formerly: Acts 1973, P.L.55, SEC.1. As amended by Acts 1978, P.L.2, SEC.723. Repealed by P.L.28-2014, SEC.2.
Ind. Code § 7.1-3-20-27 — Indiana Code / Title 7.1 / Article 3 / Chapter 20 / Section 7.1-3-20-27
Restaurants and hotels; service bars
Status: in_force

Sec. 27. (a) This section applies to the premises of a restaurant or hotel.

(b) Subject to subsection (c), the holder of a retailer's permit that is issued for the premises of a restaurant or hotel may sell or dispense, for on-premises consumption only, alcoholic beverages, for which the permittee holds the appropriate permit, from a bar located on the licensed premises to an outside patio or terrace that is adjacent to the main building of the licensed premises of the restaurant or hotel.

(c) The holder of a retailer's permit that is issued for the premises of a restaurant or hotel may sell or dispense alcoholic beverages as provided under subsection (b) only if all the following conditions are met:

(1) The patio or terrace area described in subsection (b) is:

(A) located:

(i) within one hundred (100) feet of; and

(ii) adjacent to;

the main building of the licensed premises; and

(B) clearly delineated and completely enclosed on all sides by a barrier that is at least eighteen (18) inches in height.

(2) Minors are allowed on the licensed premises at an outside patio or terrace that contains a bar under subsection (b) only in accordance with IC 7.1-5-7-11.

(d) A holder of a retailer's permit that is issued for the premises of a restaurant or hotel may not locate a patio or terrace area described in subsection (b) within any part of a public right-of-way, unless the permit holder does the following:

(1) If the public right-of-way is owned or controlled by a local government, the permit holder must:

(A) obtain written permission from the local government agency or department that manages the public right-of-way; and

(B) provide a copy of the written permission upon the request of a commission employee or a law enforcement officer or agency.

(2) If the public right-of-way is owned or controlled by the state, the permit holder must obtain written permission from the Indiana department of transportation.

As added by P.L.133-2016, SEC.4. Amended by P.L.85-2017, SEC.35; P.L.167-2023, SEC.1; P.L.145-2024, SEC.10; P.L.164-2025, SEC.10.
Ind. Code § 7.1-5-10-15 — Indiana Code / Title 7.1 / Article 5 / Chapter 10 / Section 7.1-5-10-15
Sale to intoxicated person prohibited
Status: in_force

Sec. 15. (a) A person who, knowing that another person is intoxicated, sells, barters, delivers, or gives away an alcoholic beverage to the intoxicated person commits a Class B misdemeanor.

(b) In any civil proceeding in which damages are sought from a permittee or a permittee's agent for the refusal to serve a person an alcoholic beverage, it is a complete defense if the permittee or agent reasonably believed that the person was intoxicated or was otherwise not entitled to be served an alcoholic beverage.

(c) After charges have been filed against a person for a violation of subsection (a), the prosecuting attorney shall notify the commission of the charges filed.

[Pre-1973 Recodification Citation: 7-1-1-32(15).]

Formerly: Acts 1973, P.L.55, SEC.1. As amended by Acts 1978, P.L.2, SEC.721; P.L.86-1985, SEC.1; P.L.125-2000, SEC.4; P.L.159-2014, SEC.80.
Ind. Code § 7.1-5-7-0.1 — Indiana Code / Title 7.1 / Article 5 / Chapter 7 / Section 7.1-5-7-0.1
Repealed
Status: repealed

As added by P.L.220-2011, SEC.177. Repealed by P.L.63-2012, SEC.9.
Ind. Code § 7.1-3-10-2 — Indiana Code / Title 7.1 / Article 3 / Chapter 10 / Section 7.1-3-10-2
Drug stores
Status: in_force

Sec. 2. The commission may issue a liquor dealer's permit to the proprietor of a drug store who holds a license issued by the state board of pharmacy. An applicant for a liquor dealer's permit for a drug store shall not be disqualified under IC 7.1-3-4-2(a)(14).

[Pre-1973 Recodification Citation: 7-1-1-20.]

Formerly: Acts 1973, P.L.55, SEC.1. As amended by P.L.86-2018, SEC.110; P.L.285-2019, SEC.25.
Ind. Code § 7.1-3-3-7 — Indiana Code / Title 7.1 / Article 3 / Chapter 3 / Section 7.1-3-3-7
Action of commission on renewals
Status: in_force

Sec. 7. Action of Commission on Renewals. The commission shall notify the applicant in writing of its determination to grant or deny the renewal of a beer wholesaler's permit not more than ten (10) days after the filing of the application. The notice may be given by personal service upon the applicant, by registered mail, addressed to applicant at the address shown in the application for renewal, or by electronic communication. The registration and deposit of the notice, properly addressed, in the post office within the ten (10) day period shall be sufficient when the notice is given by registered mail.

[Pre-1973 Recodification Citation: 7-1-1-10.]

Formerly: Acts 1973, P.L.55, SEC.1. As amended by P.L.145-2024, SEC.5.
Ind. Code § 7.1-1-3-38 — Indiana Code / Title 7.1 / Article 1 / Chapter 3 / Section 7.1-1-3-38
"Residential district"
Status: in_force

Sec. 38. Residential District. The term "residential district" means an area composed of all territory within a radius of five hundred (500) feet of the premises described in the application for a permit being considered and in which area seventy-five percent (75%) or more of the territory in use is used for residential purposes as opposed to commercial, business or manufacturing purposes. Territory in use in the area does not include territory which consists in or is devoted to a street, alley, vacant lot, park, parkway, church, school, religious institution, other not-for-profit institution, lake, river, or other body of water.

[Pre-1973 Recodification Citation: 7-2-1-15.]

Formerly: Acts 1973, P.L.55, SEC.1.
Ind. Code § 7.1-3-25-11 — Indiana Code / Title 7.1 / Article 3 / Chapter 25 / Section 7.1-3-25-11
Monetary award only
Status: in_force

Sec. 11. The arbitrator's award must be monetary only and may not enjoin or compel conduct. The arbitration is instead of all other remedies and procedures.

As added by P.L.224-2005, SEC.19.
Ind. Code § 7.1-7-5-5 — Indiana Code / Title 7.1 / Article 7 / Chapter 5 / Section 7.1-7-5-5
Sale of nicotine analogue products
Status: in_force

Sec. 5. (a) As used in this section, "nicotine analogue" means a substance that:

(1) has a chemical structure substantially similar to the chemical structure of nicotine and produces; or

(2) has, purports to have, or is represented to have;

an effect on the central nervous system that is similar to or greater than the effect that nicotine has on the central nervous system.

(b) A person may not sell or offer for sale a product that contains a nicotine analogue.

(c) In determining whether a product contains a nicotine analogue, the trier of fact may consider the following factors:

(1) Marketing of the product.

(2) Advertising and labeling.

(3) Whether the substance or product has been manufactured, formulated, sold, distributed, or marketed with the intent to avoid laws regulating the sale of products containing nicotine.

(4) Any other relevant factor.

(d) A person who knowingly or intentionally violates this section commits a Class C misdemeanor.

As added by P.L.163-2025, SEC.57.
Ind. Code § 7.1-4-6-3.5 — Indiana Code / Title 7.1 / Article 4 / Chapter 6 / Section 7.1-4-6-3.5
Collection of excise taxes; electronic filing of returns and remitting of taxes
Status: in_force

Sec. 3.5. (a) A person who is liable for the payment of an excise tax levied by this title shall file a monthly return with the department on or before the twentieth day of the month following the month in which the liability for the tax accrues by reason of the manufacture, sale, gift, or the withdrawal for sale or gift, of alcoholic beverages within this state.

(b) The department may require the reporting of any information reasonably necessary to determine the amount of excise tax due.

(c) The return required by this section must be filed in an electronic format as prescribed by the department. Payment of the excise tax due shall accompany the return, and shall be remitted electronically. Any other returns or forms required to be filed under this title must also be filed in an electronic format and on a date prescribed by the department.

Formerly: Acts 1973, P.L.56, SEC.20. As amended by P.L.166-2014, SEC.36; P.L.137-2022, SEC.100.
Ind. Code § 7.1-3-21-13 — Indiana Code / Title 7.1 / Article 3 / Chapter 21 / Section 7.1-3-21-13
4-H club exhibits
Status: in_force

Sec. 13. 4-H Club Exhibits. The commission shall not issue a temporary beer permit to a person for the express purpose of selling beer at a place where an organized 4-H club association has an exhibit.

[Pre-1973 Recodification Citation: 7-3-5-1.]

Formerly: Acts 1973, P.L.55, SEC.1.
Ind. Code § 7.1-3-6-8 — Indiana Code / Title 7.1 / Article 3 / Chapter 6 / Section 7.1-3-6-8
Display of permit
Status: in_force

Sec. 8. Display of Permit. The original dining car beer permit shall be kept displayed at the main Indiana office of the person to whom it was issued. A certificate of an officer or agent of the permittee stating that a dining car beer permit is in full force and effect for the car, or words to that effect, shall be kept displayed in each licensed dining and buffet car.

[Pre-1973 Recodification Citation: 7-1-1-14.]

Formerly: Acts 1973, P.L.55, SEC.1.
Ind. Code § 7.1-3-9.5-3 — Indiana Code / Title 7.1 / Article 3 / Chapter 9.5 / Section 7.1-3-9.5-3
Scope of permit
Status: in_force

Sec. 3. (a) The holder of a supplemental caterer's permit is entitled to purchase alcoholic beverages only from:

(1) a brewery as described in IC 7.1-3-2-7(5)(N);

(2) a farm winery as described in IC 7.1-3-12-5(a)(11); and

(3) any other permittee entitled to sell to the holder under this title.

Except as provided in IC 7.1-3-6.1 and IC 7.1-3-6.2, the holder of a supplemental caterer's permit is entitled to sell alcoholic beverages only for on-premises consumption at those locations approved by the commission and at times lawful under the holder's retailers' permits. Except as provided in IC 7.1-3-6.1 and IC 7.1-3-6.2, the holder of a supplemental caterer's permit is not entitled to sell alcoholic beverages at wholesale, nor for carry-out or at-home delivery.

(b) If permitted by the state fair commission under IC 7.1-3-21-14, a brewery under IC 7.1-3-2-7(5), a farm winery under IC 7.1-3-12, or an artisan distillery under IC 7.1-3-27 may sell their own products to consumers for consumption off the state fair grounds under IC 7.1-3-21-14(b)(3), including at a location on the property of the state fair grounds for which a supplemental caterer's permit has been approved.

Formerly: Acts 1974, P.L.25, SEC.1. As amended by P.L.153-2015, SEC.9; P.L.85-2017, SEC.32; P.L.285-2019, SEC.24; P.L.194-2021, SEC.39; P.L.105-2022, SEC.13; P.L.164-2025, SEC.4.
Ind. Code § 7.1-7-2-17.5 — Indiana Code / Title 7.1 / Article 7 / Chapter 2 / Section 7.1-7-2-17.5
"Modified risk tobacco product"
Status: in_force

Sec. 17.5. "Modified risk tobacco product" means any tobacco product that is sold or distributed to reduce harm or the risk of tobacco related disease associated with commercially marketed tobacco products.

As added by P.L.206-2017, SEC.16.
Ind. Code § 7.1-5-1-8 — Indiana Code / Title 7.1 / Article 5 / Chapter 1 / Section 7.1-5-1-8
Repealed
Status: repealed

[Pre-1973 Recodification Citation: 7-2-1-20.]

Formerly: Acts 1973, P.L.55, SEC.1. As amended by Acts 1978, P.L.2, SEC.704. Repealed by P.L.159-2014, SEC.19.
Ind. Code § 7.1-3-17.5-5 — Indiana Code / Title 7.1 / Article 3 / Chapter 17.5 / Section 7.1-3-17.5-5
Gaming site permits
Status: in_force

Sec. 5. The commission may adopt rules under IC 4-22-2 concerning the following for a gaming site permit:

(1) Issuance.

(2) Scope.

(3) Permit fee.

(4) Expiration.

(5) Revocation and suspension.

As added by P.L.28-1996, SEC.2. Amended by P.L.233-2007, SEC.28.
Ind. Code § 7.1-1-3-26.3 — Indiana Code / Title 7.1 / Article 1 / Chapter 3 / Section 7.1-1-3-26.3
"Motor vehicle"
Status: in_force

Sec. 26.3. "Motor vehicle" means a vehicle that is self-propelled.

As added by P.L.106-1995, SEC.1. Amended by P.L.221-2014, SEC.6.
Ind. Code § 7.1-5-7-5 — Indiana Code / Title 7.1 / Article 5 / Chapter 7 / Section 7.1-5-7-5
Repealed
Status: repealed

[Pre-1973 Recodification Citation: 7-5-2-3(a).]

Formerly: Acts 1973, P.L.55, SEC.1. Repealed by P.L.100-1983, SEC.8.
Ind. Code § 7.1-1-3-47 — Indiana Code / Title 7.1 / Article 1 / Chapter 3 / Section 7.1-1-3-47
"Three-way permit"
Status: in_force

Sec. 47. Three-Way Permit. The term "three-way permit" means the combination of a beer retailer's permit, a liquor retailer's permit, and a wine retailer's permit issued to a permittee.

[Pre-1973 Recodification Citation: 7-3-4-2.]

Formerly: Acts 1973, P.L.55, SEC.1.
Ind. Code § 7.1-3-9-1 — Indiana Code / Title 7.1 / Article 3 / Chapter 9 / Section 7.1-3-9-1
Application
Status: in_force

Sec. 1. The commission may issue a liquor retailer's permit to a person who:

(1) is not disqualified under the special disqualifications set forth in IC 7.1-3-4-2; and

(2) desires to sell liquor to customers for consumption on the licensed premises.

[Pre-1973 Recodification Citation: 7-1-1-19.]

Formerly: Acts 1973, P.L.55, SEC.1. As amended by P.L.163-2025, SEC.30.
Ind. Code § 7.1-4-11-1 — Indiana Code / Title 7.1 / Article 4 / Chapter 11 / Section 7.1-4-11-1
Enforcement officer's retirement fund
Status: in_force

Sec. 1. The sums realized from the collection of the biennial license fees imposed by IC 7.1-4-4.1-3 shall be paid first, and are hereby appropriated, to the state excise police, gaming agent, gaming control officer, and conservation enforcement officers' retirement plan established by IC 5-10-5.5-2 (referred to as "retirement plan" in this section). The board of trustees of the Indiana public retirement system shall determine the amount to be appropriated. The amount to be appropriated shall be sufficient, when added to the funds already held by the retirement plan, for the payment of benefits to enforcement officers to pay the aggregate liability of the retirement plan for the payment of benefits and administration costs to the end of the fiscal year. The appropriation of funds shall be credited to the retirement plan in equal installments at the end of each month during each fiscal year.

[Pre-1973 Recodification Citation: 7-2-1-12.]

Formerly: Acts 1973, P.L.55, SEC.1. As amended by P.L.204-2001, SEC.47; P.L.35-2012, SEC.93.
Ind. Code § 7.1-7-2-5 — Indiana Code / Title 7.1 / Article 7 / Chapter 2 / Section 7.1-7-2-5
"Container"
Status: in_force

Sec. 5. "Container" means any receptacle that contains e-liquid.

As added by P.L.176-2015, SEC.9.
Ind. Code § 7.1-3-18.5-5 — Indiana Code / Title 7.1 / Article 3 / Chapter 18.5 / Section 7.1-3-18.5-5
Certificate suspension; revocation; notice and hearing
Status: in_force

Sec. 5. (a) Subject to subsection (b), the commission may suspend the certificate of a person who fails to pay a civil penalty imposed for violating IC 35-46-1-10, IC 35-46-1-10.2, IC 35-46-1-11, IC 35-46-1-11.2, IC 35-46-1-11.4, IC 35-46-1-11.5, IC 35-46-1-11.7, or IC 35-46-1-11.8.

(b) Before enforcing the imposition of a civil penalty or suspending or revoking a certificate under this chapter, the commission shall provide written notice of the alleged violation to the certificate holder and conduct a hearing. The commission shall provide written notice of the civil penalty or suspension or revocation of a certificate to the certificate holder.

(c) Subject to subsection (b), the commission shall revoke the certificate of a person upon a finding by a preponderance of the evidence that the person:

(1) has violated IC 35-45-5-3, IC 35-45-5-3.5, IC 35-45-5-4, IC 35-46-1-11, IC 35-46-1-11.2, IC 35-46-1-11.4, or IC 35-46-1-11.8;

(2) has committed habitual illegal sale of tobacco as established under IC 35-46-1-10.2(j); or

(3) has committed habitual illegal entrance by a minor as established under IC 35-46-1-11.7(f).

As added by P.L.250-2003, SEC.11. Amended by P.L.227-2007, SEC.61; P.L.94-2008, SEC.39; P.L.214-2016, SEC.11; P.L.49-2020, SEC.4.
Ind. Code § 7.1-3-31-16 — Indiana Code / Title 7.1 / Article 3 / Chapter 31 / Section 7.1-3-31-16
Signs required
Status: in_force

Sec. 16. A sign must be posted at each exit of a designated permittee and on the licensed premises of a vendor that informs the public of the following:

(1) Any open alcoholic beverage containers purchased within the refreshment area must remain within the refreshment area.

(2) Possessing an open container of alcoholic beverages in a motor vehicle may constitute a Class C infraction under IC 9-30-15.

(3) The dates the refreshment area will be open if the refreshment area has date restrictions.

As added by P.L.167-2023, SEC.4.
Ind. Code § 7.1-2-3-25 — Indiana Code / Title 7.1 / Article 2 / Chapter 3 / Section 7.1-2-3-25
Military bases
Status: in_force

Sec. 25. Military Bases. The commission may authorize the sale of an alcoholic beverage to an officer, or other person legally entitled to purchase it, and the delivery of it to that person on a military reservation or other reservation within this state which is under the authority of the United States government and if the sale and delivery is otherwise lawful.

[Pre-1973 Recodification Citation: 7-1-1-42(t).]

Formerly: Acts 1973, P.L.55, SEC.1.
Ind. Code § 7.1-3-6.5-1 — Indiana Code / Title 7.1 / Article 3 / Chapter 6.5 / Section 7.1-3-6.5-1
"Keg" defined
Status: in_force

Sec. 1. As used in this chapter, "keg" means a brewery sealed individual container of beer:

(1) destined for retail sale; and

(2) having a liquid capacity of at least seven and three-fourths (7 3/4) gallons.

As added by P.L.63-2002, SEC.1.
Ind. Code § 7.1-4-6-2.1 — Indiana Code / Title 7.1 / Article 4 / Chapter 6 / Section 7.1-4-6-2.1
Rules and regulations to enforce noncompliance penalties
Status: in_force

Sec. 2.1. The commission may adopt rules under IC 4-22-2 to coordinate compliance with the laws, rules, and administrative policies governing the assessment and collection of sales taxes.

As added by Acts 1977, P.L.96, SEC.2. Amended by P.L.204-2001, SEC.45; P.L.128-2026, SEC.92.
Ind. Code § 7.1-3-23-37 — Indiana Code / Title 7.1 / Article 3 / Chapter 23 / Section 7.1-3-23-37
Appeal bond
Status: in_force

Sec. 37. Appeal Bond. The appeal bond filed with the commission by an applicant, or permittee, shall be a corporate bond secured by a surety company duly authorized to do business in Indiana, or by freehold sureties, shown by verification or otherwise, to be worth in unencumbered real estate located within the county of the applicant, or permittee, appealing, over and above all indebtedness, twice the amount of the bond.

[Pre-1973 Recodification Citation: 7-1-1-43.]

Formerly: Acts 1973, P.L.55, SEC.1.
Ind. Code § 7.1-1-3-36 — Indiana Code / Title 7.1 / Article 1 / Chapter 3 / Section 7.1-1-3-36
"Rectify"
Status: in_force

Sec. 36. Rectify. The term "rectify" means and includes the processes used by a rectifier in the rectification of alcoholic beverages.

[Pre-1973 Recodification Citation: 7-1-1-3(m).]

Formerly: Acts 1973, P.L.55, SEC.1.
Ind. Code § 7.1-3-7.5-2 — Indiana Code / Title 7.1 / Article 3 / Chapter 7.5 / Section 7.1-3-7.5-2
Issuance of permit to farm winery permit holder
Status: in_force

Sec. 2. The commission may issue a farm winery brandy distiller's permit to a person who holds a farm winery permit under IC 7.1-3-12 and who desires to commercially manufacture brandy.

As added by P.L.235-2001, SEC.1.
Ind. Code § 7.1-3-1-6 — Indiana Code / Title 7.1 / Article 3 / Chapter 1 / Section 7.1-3-1-6
Applications for permits; consent to search
Status: in_force

Sec. 6. Applications for Permits: Consent to Search. An application for a permit shall contain the express statement of the applicant that he consents for the duration of the permit term, if it is issued to him, to the entrance, inspection, and search by an enforcement officer, without a warrant or other process, of his licensed premises and vehicles to determine whether he is complying with the provisions of this title. The consent required by this section is renewed and continued by the retention of a permit or its use by a permittee.

[Pre-1973 Recodification Citation: 7-1-1-42(e).]

Formerly: Acts 1973, P.L.55, SEC.1.
Ind. Code § 7.1-3-1.7-1 — Indiana Code / Title 7.1 / Article 3 / Chapter 1.7 / Section 7.1-3-1.7-1
"Accredited hospitality management program"; "State educational institution"
Status: in_force

Sec. 1. The following definitions apply throughout this chapter:

(1) "Accredited hospitality management program" means a hospitality management program that is:

(A) accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Programs in Hospitality Administration or a similar nationally recognized accrediting organization; and

(B) offered by a state educational institution.

(2) "State educational institution" has the meaning set forth in IC 21-7-13-32.

As added by P.L.191-2018, SEC.2.
Ind. Code § 7.1-4-11-4 — Indiana Code / Title 7.1 / Article 4 / Chapter 11 / Section 7.1-4-11-4
Deposits with state treasurer
Status: in_force

Sec. 4. (a) The department shall daily deposit with the treasurer of state:

(1) two cents ($0.02) of the beer excise tax collected on each gallon of beer or flavored malt beverage, as provided by IC 7.1-4-2-1;

(2) six cents ($0.06) of the liquor excise tax collected on each gallon of liquor, as provided by IC 7.1-4-3-1; and

(3) two cents ($0.02) of the wine excise tax collected on each gallon of wine, as provided by IC 7.1-4-4-1.

(b) By the fifth day of each month, the treasurer of state shall transfer into the addiction services fund (IC 12-23-2) the total amount collected under subsection (a) for the preceding month.

As added by Acts 1981, P.L.103, SEC.4. Amended by P.L.2-1992, SEC.75; P.L.72-1996, SEC.21.
Ind. Code § 7.1-1-3-21 — Indiana Code / Title 7.1 / Article 1 / Chapter 3 / Section 7.1-1-3-21
"Liquor"
Status: in_force

Sec. 21. Liquor. The term "liquor" means an alcoholic beverage containing alcohol obtained by distillation. The term also means a wine that contains twenty-one per cent (21%), or more, of alcohol reckoned by volume. However, the term does not include industrial alcohol.

[Pre-1973 Recodification Citation: 7-1-1-3(o).]

Formerly: Acts 1973, P.L.55, SEC.1; Acts 1973, P.L.56, SEC.2.
Ind. Code § 7.1-3-3-19 — Indiana Code / Title 7.1 / Article 3 / Chapter 3 / Section 7.1-3-3-19
Permits prohibited to persons holding wine wholesaler's permit and liquor wholesaler's permit
Status: in_force

Sec. 19. The commission may not issue a beer wholesaler's permit to a person who holds a wine wholesaler's permit and a liquor wholesaler's permit.

As added by P.L.72-1996, SEC.5.
Ind. Code § 7.1-2-3-19 — Indiana Code / Title 7.1 / Article 2 / Chapter 3 / Section 7.1-2-3-19
Regulation of records
Status: in_force

Sec. 19. Regulation of Records. The commission shall have the power to:

(a) Prescribe the manner and methods by which all records relating to alcoholic beverages are kept and preserved;

(b) Inspect all records relating to alcoholic beverages; and,

(c) Require true copies of any record to be made and furnished to the commission.

[Pre-1973 Recodification Citation: 7-1-1-5(14).]

Formerly: Acts 1973, P.L.55, SEC.1.
Ind. Code § 7.1-3-11-6 — Indiana Code / Title 7.1 / Article 3 / Chapter 11 / Section 7.1-3-11-6
Shipments by carrier
Status: in_force

Sec. 6. Shipments by Carrier. Nothing contained in a dining car liquor permit or the privileges accorded under it shall effect the provisions of this title in regard to the shipment of alcoholic beverages by a carrier for either a consignor, or a consignee, or both.

[Pre-1973 Recodification Citation: 7-1-1-21.]

Formerly: Acts 1973, P.L.55, SEC.1.
Ind. Code § 7.1-3-9-11 — Indiana Code / Title 7.1 / Article 3 / Chapter 9 / Section 7.1-3-9-11
Sampling alcoholic beverages on liquor retailer's premises
Status: in_force

Sec. 11. (a) A liquor retailer may allow customers to sample the following:

(1) Beer.

(2) Wines.

(3) Liquors.

(4) Liqueurs and cordials (as defined in 27 CFR 5.22(h)).

(5) Flavored malt beverages.

(6) Hard cider.

(7) Mixed beverages.

(b) Sampling is permitted only:

(1) on the liquor retailer's permit premises; and

(2) during the permittee's regular business hours.

(c) A liquor retailer may not charge for the samples provided to customers.

(d) Sample size of wines may not exceed one (1) ounce.

(e) In addition to the other provisions of this section, a liquor retailer who allows customers to sample liquors, liqueurs, or cordials shall comply with all of the following:

(1) A liquor retailer may allow a customer to sample only a combined total of two (2) liquor, liqueur, or cordial samples per day.

(2) Sample size of liqueurs or cordials may not exceed one-half (1/2) ounce.

(3) Sample size of liquors may not exceed four-tenths (0.4) ounce.

(f) A sample size of beer, flavored malt beverage, mixed beverage, or hard cider may not exceed six (6) ounces.

As added by P.L.12-1999, SEC.1. Amended by P.L.72-2004, SEC.7; P.L.94-2008, SEC.32; P.L.164-2025, SEC.3.
Ind. Code § 7.1-3-7-1 — Indiana Code / Title 7.1 / Article 3 / Chapter 7 / Section 7.1-3-7-1
Application
Status: in_force

Sec. 1. Application. The commission may issue a distiller's permit to a person who desires to commercially manufacture liquor. The commission also may issue a rectifier's permit to a person who desires to rectify liquor.

[Pre-1973 Recodification Citations: 7-1-1-16; 7-1-1-17.]

Formerly: Acts 1973, P.L.55, SEC.1.
Ind. Code § 7.1-2-3-7 — Indiana Code / Title 7.1 / Article 2 / Chapter 3 / Section 7.1-2-3-7
Rules and regulations
Status: in_force

Sec. 7. The commission shall have the power to promulgate rules and regulations governing the following:

(1) The conduct of the meetings and business of the commission.

(2) The conduct of hearings before any of the commission's representatives.

(3) The conduct of the business of a permittee or certificate holder authorized or governed by the provisions of this title.

(4) The enforcement of the provisions of this title and of the rules and regulations of the commission.

(5) The standards of purity and methods of manufacturing used in the production of alcohol and alcoholic beverages.

(6) The prevention of misbranding or adulteration of alcohol or alcoholic beverages.

(7) The prevention of fraud, evasion, trickery, or deceit in the manufacture, labeling, importation, advertisement, transportation, or sale of alcohol or alcoholic beverages, or the evasion of other laws of Indiana relating to alcohol or alcoholic beverages.

[Pre-1973 Recodification Citations: 7-1-1-5(3); 7-1-1-5(4).]

Formerly: Acts 1973, P.L.55, SEC.1. As amended by P.L.194-2021, SEC.17.
Ind. Code § 7.1-3-6.1-1 — Indiana Code / Title 7.1 / Article 3 / Chapter 6.1 / Section 7.1-3-6.1-1
"Allowable event"
Status: in_force

Sec. 1. As used in this chapter, "allowable event" has the meaning set forth in IC 4-32.3-2-2.

As added by P.L.153-2015, SEC.6. Amended by P.L.58-2019, SEC.23.
Ind. Code § 7.1-3-19-9 — Indiana Code / Title 7.1 / Article 3 / Chapter 19 / Section 7.1-3-19-9
Questionnaires
Status: in_force

Sec. 9. Questionnaires. Each member of the local board, at the conclusion of the investigation, shall answer in writing the questions contained in the questionnaire submitted by the commission in relation to the investigation. Each member of the local board shall sign the questionnaire in duplicate. Both copies of the questionnaire shall be given to the designated member who shall deliver them to the commission for its use in acting upon the application. The commission also may order that further investigations on an application be made before the local board.

[Pre-1973 Recodification Citation: 7-1-1-11.]

Formerly: Acts 1973, P.L.55, SEC.1.
Ind. Code § 7.1-3-23-30 — Indiana Code / Title 7.1 / Article 3 / Chapter 23 / Section 7.1-3-23-30
Denial of wholesalers' permit
Status: in_force

Sec. 30. Denial of Wholesalers' Permit. The commission shall not deny, fail to renew, or revoke a wholesaler's permit of any type on arbitrary, capricious, or political grounds.

[Pre-1973 Recodification Citation: 7-2-1-16.]

Formerly: Acts 1973, P.L.55, SEC.1.
Ind. Code § 7.1-2-5-2 — Indiana Code / Title 7.1 / Article 2 / Chapter 5 / Section 7.1-2-5-2
Service of warrant
Status: in_force

Sec. 2. Service of Warrant. The warrant shall be directed to the officer, agent, or employee of the commission who filed the affidavit for the warrant and otherwise it shall be directed to any officer who has the power to serve criminal process. The warrant shall be served by the person to whom it was issued in the daytime or nighttime and the return made within twenty (20) days from the date of issue.

[Pre-1973 Recodification Citation: 7-1-1-34.]

Formerly: Acts 1973, P.L.55, SEC.1.
Ind. Code § 7.1-3-3-13 — Indiana Code / Title 7.1 / Article 3 / Chapter 3 / Section 7.1-3-3-13
Contents of petition
Status: in_force

Sec. 13. Contents of Petition. The petition for review shall be verified by the applicant, or by someone in his behalf having knowledge of the matters stated in the petition, and may include a prayer that a temporary restraining order be issued against the commission, temporarily restraining it from enforcing its order denying the renewal. The temporary restraining order, if issued, shall be issued in accordance with the procedures provided in the Indiana Rules of Civil Procedure.

[Pre-1973 Recodification Citation: 7-1-1-10.]

Formerly: Acts 1973, P.L.55, SEC.1.
Ind. Code § 7.1-2-9-3 — Indiana Code / Title 7.1 / Article 2 / Chapter 9 / Section 7.1-2-9-3
New or transferred permit; factors considered
Status: reserved

Sec. 3. (a) The commission, upon application for a new permit or for a transfer of the location of an existing permit, shall investigate the desirability of the permit in regard to the geographical location of the potential licensed premises. The commission may consider the following factors:

(1) The need for permitted services at the potential licensed premises.

(2) The desire of the neighborhood or community to receive permitted services.

(3) The impact of permitted services on other businesses in the neighborhood or community.

(4) The impact of permitted services on the neighborhood or community.

(b) The commission may not consider the factors in subsection (a) when evaluating an application for a renewal of a permit.

As added by P.L.103-2026, SEC.1.
Ind. Code § 7.1-3-18.5-11 — Indiana Code / Title 7.1 / Article 3 / Chapter 18.5 / Section 7.1-3-18.5-11
Sales at site of nuisance or criminal activity
Status: in_force

Sec. 11. (a) If a certificate holder sells or distributes tobacco products or electronic cigarettes at a location:

(1) determined to be a public nuisance; or

(2) at which conduct or acts that are crimes or infractions under IC 35 occur;

the commission may impose sanctions against the certificate holder under IC 7.1-2-3-33 and section 5 of this chapter.

(b) If the criminal conduct under subsection (a)(2) at the location involves the possession or sale of illegal substances or other contraband under IC 35, the commission may include the costs of disposing of the illegal substances or contraband in the sanctions imposed on the certificate holder.

As added by P.L.214-2016, SEC.14. Amended by P.L.163-2025, SEC.40.
Ind. Code § 7.1-3-19-17 — Indiana Code / Title 7.1 / Article 3 / Chapter 19 / Section 7.1-3-19-17
Formal written commitments with municipal legislative body; adopt ordinance; recommendations to local board; deny or revoke permit
Status: in_force

Sec. 17. (a) This section applies to a permit issued under IC 7.1-3-20-16(d), IC 7.1-3-20-16(g), IC 7.1-3-20-16(k) through IC 7.1-3-20-16(q), or IC 7.1-3-20-16.8 if a municipal legislative body has adopted an ordinance requiring a formal written commitment as a condition of eligibility for a permit, as described in subsection (b).

(b) As a condition of eligibility for a permit, the applicant must enter into a formal written commitment with the municipal legislative body regarding the character or type of business that will be conducted on the permit premises. The municipal legislative body must adopt an ordinance approving the formal written commitment. A formal written commitment is binding on the permit holder and on any lessee or proprietor of the permit premises. When an application for renewal of a permit is filed, the applicant shall forward a copy of the application to the municipal legislative body. The municipal legislative body shall receive notice of any filings, hearings, or other proceedings on the application for renewal from the applicant.

(c) A formal written commitment may be modified by the municipal legislative body with the agreement of the permit holder.

(d) Except as provided in subsection (f), the amount of time that a formal written commitment is valid may not be limited or restricted.

(e) A formal written commitment is terminated at the time a permit is revoked or not renewed.

(f) If the character or type of business violates the formal written commitments, the municipality may adopt a recommendation to the local board and the commission to:

(1) deny the permit holder's application to renew the permit; or

(2) revoke the permit holder's permit.

(g) The commission shall consider evidence at the hearing on the issue of whether the business violated the formal written commitments. If the commission determines there is sufficient evidence that the commitments have been violated by the permittee, the commission may:

(1) deny the application to renew the permit; or

(2) revoke the permit;

as applicable.

As added by P.L.121-2015, SEC.1. Amended by P.L.60-2016, SEC.3; P.L.214-2016, SEC.15; P.L.220-2023, SEC.7.
Ind. Code § 7.1-3-25-3 — Indiana Code / Title 7.1 / Article 3 / Chapter 25 / Section 7.1-3-25-3
"Successor"
Status: in_force

Sec. 3. As used in this chapter, "successor" means a primary source of supply that acquires rights to a product under section 5 of this chapter.

As added by P.L.224-2005, SEC.19.
Ind. Code § 7.1-3-4-4 — Indiana Code / Title 7.1 / Article 3 / Chapter 4 / Section 7.1-3-4-4
Repealed
Status: repealed

[Pre-1973 Recodification Citation: 7-1-1-11.]

Formerly: Acts 1973, P.L.55, SEC.1. Repealed by P.L.270-2017, SEC.8.
Ind. Code § 7.1-3-22-5 — Indiana Code / Title 7.1 / Article 3 / Chapter 22 / Section 7.1-3-22-5
Package liquor store dealer's permit; renewal
Status: in_force

Sec. 5. (a) The commission may issue only one (1) package liquor store dealer's permit in an incorporated city or town for each eight thousand (8,000) persons, or fraction thereof, within the incorporated city or town.

(b) Notwithstanding subsection (a), the commission may renew a package liquor store dealer's permit for an applicant who:

(1) held a permit before July 1, 1997; and

(2) does not qualify for a permit under the quota requirements of subsection (a).

[Pre-1973 Recodification Citations: 7-1-4-6; 7-1-4-7.]

Formerly: Acts 1973, P.L.55, SEC.1. As amended by P.L.74-1997, SEC.2.
Ind. Code § 7.1-5-10-24 — Indiana Code / Title 7.1 / Article 5 / Chapter 10 / Section 7.1-5-10-24
Restrictions for certain restaurants and drug stores or grocery stores located in the same building
Status: in_force

Sec. 24. (a) This section does not apply to the licensed premises of a drug store, grocery store, or restaurant to which the following apply:

(1) A person has, as of July 1, 2015, an application on file with the commission for a:

(A) dealer's permit for the drug store or grocery store; and

(B) retailer's permit for the restaurant.

(2) The licensed premises of the:

(A) drug store or grocery store; and

(B) restaurant;

as described in the permit applications, are located in the same building.

(b) If:

(1) a person has an interest in:

(A) a dealer's permit for a drug store or grocery store; and

(B) a retailer's permit for a restaurant; and

(2) the licensed premises of the drug store or grocery store and the restaurant are located in the same building;

the licensed premises of the drug store or grocery store and the licensed premises of the restaurant must be completely separated by a wall and have separate entrances.

As added by P.L.196-2015, SEC.21.
Ind. Code § 7.1-3-6.1-6 — Indiana Code / Title 7.1 / Article 3 / Chapter 6.1 / Section 7.1-3-6.1-6
Award of alcoholic beverage prizes
Status: in_force

Sec. 6. (a) An individual must:

(1) be physically present at the allowable event; or

(2) if the allowable event is an electronic raffle conducted under IC 4-32.3, participate using an electronic raffle software system, web application, method, or process approved by the commission;

in order to win an alcoholic beverage prize. The prize winner, including the winner of an electronic raffle under subdivision (2), must be given the alcoholic beverage prize in person by an individual designated by the qualified organization.

(b) The individual designated by the qualified organization to give away an alcoholic beverage prize must be at least twenty-one (21) years of age. The individual may not be required to obtain an employee's permit under IC 7.1-3-18-9 or a temporary bartender's permit under IC 7.1-3-18-11 to award a prize at an allowable event.

(c) When giving away an alcoholic beverage prize, the individual designated by the qualified organization shall comply with IC 7.1-5-10-15, IC 7.1-5-10-23, and any other provision of this title that applies to the furnishing of alcoholic beverages for consumption off the premises.

As added by P.L.153-2015, SEC.6. Amended by P.L.163-2025, SEC.19.
Ind. Code § 7.1-3-1-1 — Indiana Code / Title 7.1 / Article 3 / Chapter 1 / Section 7.1-3-1-1
Issuance of permits authorized
Status: in_force

Sec. 1. Issuance of Permits Authorized. The commission may issue only the types of permits authorized by this article subject to the applicable provisions of this title.

[Pre-1973 Recodification Citation: 7-1-1-6.]

Formerly: Acts 1973, P.L.55, SEC.1.
Ind. Code § 7.1-4-9-5 — Indiana Code / Title 7.1 / Article 4 / Chapter 9 / Section 7.1-4-9-5
Repealed
Status: repealed

[Pre-1973 Recodification Citation: 7-1-1-41(f).]

Formerly: Acts 1973, P.L.55, SEC.1. Repealed by Acts 1977(ss), P.L.7, SEC.9.
Ind. Code § 7.1-3-18.5-9 — Indiana Code / Title 7.1 / Article 3 / Chapter 18.5 / Section 7.1-3-18.5-9
Exercise due diligence; supervision and training of employees or agents; prima facie evidence of lack of due diligence
Status: in_force

Sec. 9. A certificate holder shall exercise due diligence in the supervision and training of the certificate holder's employees or agents in the handling and sale of tobacco products and electronic cigarettes on the holder's retail premises. Proof that employees or agents of the certificate holder, while in the scope of their employment, committed at least six (6) violations relating to IC 35-46-1-10.2(b) in any one (1) year period shall be prima facie evidence of a lack of due diligence by the certificate holder in the supervision and training of the certificate holder's employees or agents.

As added by P.L.94-2008, SEC.42. Amended by P.L.231-2015, SEC.6; P.L.49-2020, SEC.7.
Ind. Code § 7.1-3-4-6 — Indiana Code / Title 7.1 / Article 3 / Chapter 4 / Section 7.1-3-4-6
Scope of permit
Status: in_force

Sec. 6. (a) The holder of a beer retailer's permit shall be entitled to purchase beer for sale under the permit only from a permittee entitled to sell to the beer retailer under this title. A beer retailer shall be entitled to possess beer and sell beer at retail to a customer for consumption on the licensed premises. A beer retailer also shall be entitled to sell beer to a customer and deliver beer in permissible containers to the customer on the licensed premises, or to the customer's house. This delivery may only be performed by the permit holder or an employee who holds an employee permit. The permit holder shall maintain a written record of each delivery for at least one (1) year that shows the customer's name, location of delivery, and quantity sold. Subject to subsection (g), a beer retailer also may prepare and package beer in qualified containers for sale and delivery to a customer on the licensed premises for consumption off the licensed premises.

(b) A beer retailer shall not be entitled to sell beer at wholesale. A beer retailer shall not be entitled to sell and deliver beer on the street or at the curb outside the licensed premises, nor shall a beer retailer be entitled to sell beer at a place other than the licensed premises. However, a beer retailer may offer food service (excluding alcoholic beverages) to a patron who is outside the licensed premises by transacting business through a window in the licensed premises.

(c) A beer retailer shall be entitled to sell and deliver warm or cold beer for carry out, or for at-home delivery, in barrels or other commercial containers in a quantity that does not exceed fifteen and one-half (15 1/2) gallons at any one (1) time. A beer retailer that delivers beer to a customer's residence must require the customer to provide proof of age in accordance with IC 7.1-5-10-23.

(d) Notwithstanding IC 7.1-1-3-20, the licensed premises of the beer retailer may include the beer retailer parking lot or an area adjacent to the beer retailer that may only be used for the purpose of conveying alcoholic beverages and other nonalcoholic items to a customer, and may not be used for point of sale purposes or any other purpose. Any alcoholic beverages conveyed to the customer must satisfy the following:

(1) Alcoholic beverages that are in the sealed original containers must be placed in a bag that is stamped, printed, or labeled on the outside: "CONTAINS ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES".

(2) Alcoholic beverages that are prepared by the beer retailer must be packaged by the beer retailer in qualified containers that are:

(A) stamped, printed, or labeled on the outside: "CONTAINS ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES"; or

(B) placed in a bag stamped, printed, or labeled on the outside: "CONTAINS ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES".

(3) Placed by an employee of the permittee who is at least twenty-one (21) years of age:

(A) in the trunk of the motor vehicle; or

(B) behind the last upright seat of the motor vehicle, if the motor vehicle is not equipped with a trunk.

A retailer permittee may only convey a customer's order of alcoholic beverages to the customer, if the customer has also purchased a meal from the retailer permittee that is conveyed to the customer at the same time as the alcoholic beverages.

(e) The employee of the permittee that conveys the alcoholic beverages to the customer must require the customer to provide proof of age in accordance with IC 7.1-5-10-23.

(f) The parking lot or area where the alcoholic beverages are conveyed to the customer must be:

(1) well lit; and

(2) within clear view of the main entrance to the building of the retailer premises.

(g) If a beer retailer prepares and packages beer:

(1) for sale and delivery to a customer on the licensed premises for consumption off the licensed premises; and

(2) in a container that is not in a qualified container;

the commission may revoke the beer retailer's privilege under this section of preparing and packaging beer for sale and delivery to a customer in a qualified container.

(h) Upon proper notice to the commission under IC 7.1-3-21-14.5(d)(1), a beer retailer may participate in an event sponsored by a local board on the grounds of a county fair under IC 7.1-3-21-14.5(b).

[Pre-1973 Recodification Citation: 7-1-1-11.]

Formerly: Acts 1973, P.L.55, SEC.1. As amended by Acts 1979, P.L.83, SEC.2; P.L.112-1987, SEC.5; P.L.194-2021, SEC.31; P.L.167-2024, SEC.5; P.L.6-2026, SEC.2.
Ind. Code § 7.1-7-1-0.5 — Indiana Code / Title 7.1 / Article 7 / Chapter 1 / Section 7.1-7-1-0.5
Prohibitions on controlled substances
Status: in_force

Sec. 0.5. Notwithstanding any other law, this article does not authorize the manufacturing, sale, possession, or use of a controlled substance (as defined in IC 35-48-1.1-7) or any product containing a controlled substance.

As added by P.L.148-2026, SEC.6.
Ind. Code § 7.1-3-25-1 — Indiana Code / Title 7.1 / Article 3 / Chapter 25 / Section 7.1-3-25-1
"Existing wholesaler"
Status: in_force

Sec. 1. As used in this chapter, "existing wholesaler" means a beer wholesaler who distributes a product at the time a successor primary source of supply acquires rights to a product under section 5 of this chapter.

As added by P.L.224-2005, SEC.19.
Ind. Code § 7.1-3-31-14 — Indiana Code / Title 7.1 / Article 3 / Chapter 31 / Section 7.1-3-31-14
Consumption of drink purchased outside the refreshment area prohibited
Status: in_force

Sec. 14. A person may not consume an alcoholic beverage within a refreshment area that was purchased outside of the refreshment area.

As added by P.L.167-2023, SEC.4.
Ind. Code § 7.1-3-25-13 — Indiana Code / Title 7.1 / Article 3 / Chapter 25 / Section 7.1-3-25-13
Failure to receive compensation
Status: in_force

Sec. 13. If the existing wholesaler does not receive payment of the compensation under section 7 or 11 of this chapter not later than thirty (30) days after the date of the settlement or arbitration award:

(1) the existing wholesaler shall remain the distributor of the product in the existing wholesaler's territory to at least the same extent that the existing wholesaler distributed the product immediately before the successor acquired rights to the product; and

(2) the existing wholesaler is not entitled to the settlement or arbitration award.

As added by P.L.224-2005, SEC.19.
Ind. Code § 7.1-3-1-7 — Indiana Code / Title 7.1 / Article 3 / Chapter 1 / Section 7.1-3-1-7
Surety bonds; amounts
Status: in_force

Sec. 7. (a) An applicant for a brewer's permit, a distiller's permit, or a liquor wholesaler's permit shall file with the commission a surety bond in the penal sum of ten thousand dollars ($10,000).

(b) An applicant for a rectifier's permit shall file with the commission a surety bond in the penal sum of fifteen thousand dollars ($15,000).

(c) An applicant for a vintner's permit shall file with the commission a surety bond in the penal sum of one thousand dollars ($1,000).

[Pre-1973 Recodification Citations: 7-1-1-9; 7-1-1-16; 7-1-1-17; 7-1-1-18; 7-1-1-22; 7-1-1-23; 7-1-1-30.]

Formerly: Acts 1973, P.L.55, SEC.1. As amended by P.L.58-1984, SEC.1; P.L.205-1999, SEC.9.
Ind. Code § 7.1-3-25-6 — Indiana Code / Title 7.1 / Article 3 / Chapter 25 / Section 7.1-3-25-6
Notice to wholesaler of change in territory
Status: in_force

Sec. 6. The successor shall notify the existing wholesaler of the successor's intent not to appoint the existing wholesaler for all or a part of the existing wholesaler's territory for the product not later than sixty (60) days after the closing of the transaction in which the successor acquires the product. The successor shall mail the notice by certified mail, return receipt requested, to the existing wholesaler. The successor shall include in the notice the names, addresses, and telephone numbers of the successor's designees.

As added by P.L.224-2005, SEC.19. Amended by P.L.11-2009, SEC.2.
Ind. Code § 7.1-3-6.3-2 — Indiana Code / Title 7.1 / Article 3 / Chapter 6.3 / Section 7.1-3-6.3-2
"Permittee"
Status: in_force

Sec. 2. As used in this chapter, "permittee" means a person listed in IC 7.1-3-6.1-5(1).

As added by P.L.163-2025, SEC.24.
Ind. Code § 7.1-2-1-0.3 — Indiana Code / Title 7.1 / Article 2 / Chapter 1 / Section 7.1-2-1-0.3
Treatment of references to prior commission names; transfer of property and obligations; treatment of actions of prior commissions
Status: in_force

Sec. 0.3. (a) After June 30, 2001, a reference in any law, rule, contract, or other document or record to the alcoholic beverage commission, the Indiana alcoholic beverage commission, or the alcoholic beverage commission of Indiana shall be treated as a reference to the alcohol and tobacco commission.

(b) On July 1, 2001, the property and obligations of the alcoholic beverage commission, the Indiana alcoholic beverage commission, or the alcoholic beverage commission of Indiana are transferred to the alcohol and tobacco commission.

(c) An action taken by the alcoholic beverage commission, the Indiana alcoholic beverage commission, or the alcoholic beverage commission of Indiana before July 1, 2001, shall be treated after June 30, 2001, as if it were originally taken by the alcohol and tobacco commission.

As added by P.L.220-2011, SEC.170.
Ind. Code § 7.1-3-25.5-2 — Indiana Code / Title 7.1 / Article 3 / Chapter 25.5 / Section 7.1-3-25.5-2
Amendment or termination of distribution agreement with wholesaler; written notice; opportunity for wholesaler to cure
Status: in_force

Sec. 2. (a) As used in this section, "good cause" means any of the following:

(1) A beer wholesaler's failure to pay a primary source of supply for products in accordance with the approved terms of the distribution agreement.

(2) A failure by a beer wholesaler to substantially comply, without reasonable excuse or justification, with any reasonable and material provision of the distribution agreement.

(3) A failure by an owner of the beer wholesaler to sell the person's ownership interest not later than one hundred twenty (120) days after the later of the following dates:

(A) The date judgment is entered against the owner of the beer wholesaler for a felony conviction that, in the reasonable judgment of the primary source of supply, may adversely affect the goodwill or interests of the beer wholesaler or primary source of supply.

(B) The date the primary source of supply learns of the felony conviction described in clause (A).

(b) A primary source of supply that intends to amend, cancel, terminate, or refuse to renew a distribution agreement may do so only if the primary source of supply:

(1) acts:

(A) with good cause;

(B) in good faith; and

(C) with due regard of the equities of the beer wholesaler;

(2) gives the beer wholesaler written notice:

(A) in accordance with section 5 of this chapter; and

(B) at least one hundred twenty (120) days before the date the primary source of supply intends to amend, cancel, terminate, or refuse to renew the distribution agreement; and

(3) gives the beer wholesaler the opportunity to substantially cure any deficiency in the beer wholesaler's performance that constitutes good cause not later than one hundred twenty (120) days after the date that notice is given under subdivision (2).

As added by P.L.139-2021, SEC.2.
Ind. Code § 7.1-3-9-2 — Indiana Code / Title 7.1 / Article 3 / Chapter 9 / Section 7.1-3-9-2
Local jurisdiction limited
Status: in_force

Sec. 2. A liquor retailer's permit may be issued under the provisions of this title for premises situated in a city having a population of at least five thousand (5,000). A city or town legislative body, or an officer of one (1) of them, shall have no power or jurisdiction to regulate the sale of, traffic in, or transportation of alcoholic beverages, or to levy a tax, fee, license fee, or to issue or require a license to be issued by it or its officer or agent in respect to alcoholic beverages.

[Pre-1973 Recodification Citation: 7-1-1-19.]

Formerly: Acts 1973, P.L.55, SEC.1. As amended by P.L.8-1989, SEC.36.
Ind. Code § 7.1-1-3-26 — Indiana Code / Title 7.1 / Article 1 / Chapter 3 / Section 7.1-1-3-26
"Misbranded alcoholic beverage"
Status: in_force

Sec. 26. Misbranded Alcoholic Beverage. The term "misbranded alcoholic beverage" means:

(a) An alcoholic beverage that is not plainly labeled, marked, or otherwise designated in compliance with the rules and regulations of the commission; or,

(b) An alcoholic beverage sold or offered for sale under an unregistered brand, copyright, or label, or under a false or pretended brand or label.

[Pre-1973 Recodification Citations: 7-1-1-5(13); 7-1-1-33(b).]

Formerly: Acts 1973, P.L.55, SEC.1.
Ind. Code § 7.1-1-2-0.1 — Indiana Code / Title 7.1 / Article 1 / Chapter 2 / Section 7.1-1-2-0.1
Repealed
Status: repealed

As added by P.L.220-2011, SEC.169. Repealed by P.L.63-2012, SEC.7.
Ind. Code § 7.1-3-20-18.7 — Indiana Code / Title 7.1 / Article 3 / Chapter 20 / Section 7.1-3-20-18.7
College or university hotels; nonpermanent outside bars; service windows
Status: in_force

Sec. 18.7. (a) This section applies to the premises of a hotel that is owned by an accredited college or university (as described in IC 24-4-11-2).

(b) Subject to subsection (c), the holder of a retailer's permit that is issued for the premises of a hotel may sell or dispense, for on-premises consumption only, alcoholic beverages, for which the permittee holds the appropriate permit, from a:

(1) nonpermanent bar located on an outside patio or terrace; or

(2) service window located on the licensed premises that opens to an outside patio or terrace;

that is contiguous to the main building of the licensed premises of the hotel.

(c) The holder of a retailer's permit that is issued for the premises of a hotel may sell or dispense alcoholic beverages as provided under subsection (b) only if all the following conditions are met:

(1) The patio or terrace area described in subsection (b) is:

(A) part of the licensed premises; and

(B) clearly delineated and completely enclosed on all sides by a fence, rail, wall, or hedge that is at least four (4) feet in height.

(2) Access to the nonpermanent bar or service window is limited by a barrier that reasonably deters free access by minors to the bar or window.

(3) A conspicuous sign is posted by the barrier described in subdivision (2) that states that minors are not allowed to cross the barrier to enter the area near the nonpermanent bar or service window.

As added by P.L.133-2016, SEC.3. Amended by P.L.214-2016, SEC.23; P.L.85-2017, SEC.34.
Ind. Code § 7.1-5-10-26 — Indiana Code / Title 7.1 / Article 5 / Chapter 10 / Section 7.1-5-10-26
Sale of tobacco product without valid tobacco sales certificate
Status: in_force

Sec. 26. A person who recklessly, knowingly, or intentionally sells a tobacco product without a valid tobacco sales certificate commits a Class C infraction.

As added by P.L.107-2024, SEC.5.
Ind. Code § 7.1-3-19-8 — Indiana Code / Title 7.1 / Article 3 / Chapter 19 / Section 7.1-3-19-8
Testimony
Status: in_force

Sec. 8. Testimony. In the discretion of the designated member of the local board, sworn oral testimony may be heard, and affidavits or duly certified documents may be received. The local board also may utilize any and all sources of unsworn information.

[Pre-1973 Recodification Citation: 7-1-1-11.]

Formerly: Acts 1973, P.L.55, SEC.1.
Ind. Code § 7.1-1-2-3 — Indiana Code / Title 7.1 / Article 1 / Chapter 2 / Section 7.1-1-2-3
Exceptions
Status: in_force

Sec. 3. (a) The provisions of this title shall not prohibit the following:

(1) The manufacture, sale, possession, transportation, or use of vinegar.

(2) The sale or transportation of sacramental wine to a minister, priest, or rabbi for a religious purpose.

(3) The manufacture, purchase, possession, transportation, or distribution of sacramental wine for a religious purpose by a minister, priest, or rabbi.

(4) The manufacture of wine or beer that is not offered for sale and is used only for the following purposes:

(A) Personal or family use.

(B) Use in the residence of the person who manufactures the wine or beer.

(C) Use at organized affairs or exhibitions.

(D) Technical or sensory evaluations.

(E) Wine or beer educational seminars.

(F) Wine or beer competitions, including contests, tastings, or judgings.

(5) The manufacture, sale, possession, transportation, or use of industrial alcohol.

(6) Alcoholic beverages held, served, or consumed on airline flights.

(b) The transportation and the possession of alcoholic beverages described in subsection (a)(4) shall not be prohibited but shall be subject to the applicable provisions of this title.

(c) The manufacture, sale, possession, transportation, or use of alcohol or alcoholic beverages, or a preparation containing alcohol for a medicinal, scientific, or mechanical purpose, shall not be prohibited but shall be controlled, regulated, and confined to permittees as provided in this title.

[Pre-1973 Recodification Citation: 7-1-1-4.]

Formerly: Acts 1973, P.L.55, SEC.1. As amended by Acts 1978, P.L.51, SEC.1; P.L.177-1999, SEC.3.
Ind. Code § 7.1-3-1.1-5 — Indiana Code / Title 7.1 / Article 3 / Chapter 1.1 / Section 7.1-3-1.1-5
Notice of commission approval or denial of deposit or extension of deposit term; judicial review
Status: in_force

Sec. 5. The commission shall send a notice by mail or electronic mail to a person of:

(1) the commission's approval or denial of a request for deposit or extension of a term of deposit; and

(2) if the permit holder's request is approved:

(A) the date that the term of deposit expires; and

(B) any fees that are due and payable by the permit holder.

A person adversely affected by the commission's determination under this chapter may seek judicial review of the determination under IC 4-21.5.

As added by P.L.285-2019, SEC.15.
Ind. Code § 7.1-3-13-1 — Indiana Code / Title 7.1 / Article 3 / Chapter 13 / Section 7.1-3-13-1
Wine wholesalers' permit; issuance
Status: in_force

Sec. 1. (a) The commission may issue a wine wholesaler's permit to sell wine, or wine and brandy, at wholesale to a person who:

(1) notwithstanding IC 7.1-5-9-4, holds a beer wholesaler's permit;

(2) holds a liquor wholesaler's permit; or

(3) does not hold an alcoholic beverage wholesaler's permit, but meets the qualifications to hold either a beer or a liquor wholesaler's permit.

(b) The holder of a wine wholesaler's permit under subsection (a)(1) or (a)(2):

(1) is considered the same as a person who holds a wine wholesaler's permit under subsection (a)(3) for purposes of conducting activities and operations under the wine wholesaler's permit; and

(2) may operate the beer or liquor wholesale business independently of the wine wholesale business.

[Pre-1973 Recodification Citation: 7-1-1-23.]

Formerly: Acts 1973, P.L.55, SEC.1. As amended by P.L.101-1983, SEC.1; P.L.112-1987, SEC.7.
Ind. Code § 7.1-2-2-11.5 — Indiana Code / Title 7.1 / Article 2 / Chapter 2 / Section 7.1-2-2-11.5
Retired law enforcement officer; retention of service weapon; badge and identification card
Status: in_force

Sec. 11.5. An eligible enforcement officer who retires with at least twenty (20) years of service as an enforcement officer may retain the officer's service weapon. The officer is entitled to receive, in recognition of the officer's service to the commission and to the public, a badge that indicates that the officer is retired. The commission shall issue the officer who is retiring an identification card stating the officer's name and rank, signifying that the officer is retired, and noting the officer's authority to retain the service weapon.

As added by P.L.1-1992, SEC.27.
Ind. Code § 7.1-3-1.6-1 — Indiana Code / Title 7.1 / Article 3 / Chapter 1.6 / Section 7.1-3-1.6-1
Applicability of IC 7.1-3-1.5 definitions
Status: in_force

Sec. 1. The definitions in IC 7.1-3-1.5 apply to this chapter.

As added by P.L.269-2013, SEC.5.
Ind. Code § 7.1-1-3-49 — Indiana Code / Title 7.1 / Article 1 / Chapter 3 / Section 7.1-1-3-49
"Wine"
Status: in_force

Sec. 49. The term "wine" means an alcoholic beverage obtained by the fermentation of the natural sugar content of fruit, fruit juice, or other agricultural products containing sugar, including necessary additions to correct defects due to climatic, saccharine, and seasonal conditions, and also the alcoholic fortification of the beverage. The term includes hard cider, except for alcoholic beverage tax purposes. The term does not mean an alcoholic beverage that contains twenty-one percent (21%), or more, of absolute alcohol reckoned by volume.

[Pre-1973 Recodification Citation: 7-1-1-3(p).]

Formerly: Acts 1973, P.L.55, SEC.1; Acts 1973, P.L.56, SEC.3. As amended by P.L.119-1998, SEC.22.
Ind. Code § 7.1-4-13-1 — Indiana Code / Title 7.1 / Article 4 / Chapter 13 / Section 7.1-4-13-1
"Council" defined
Status: in_force

Sec. 1. As used in this chapter, "council" refers to the wine grape market development council created by this chapter.

As added by P.L.102-1989, SEC.6.
Ind. Code § 7.1-2-4-11 — Indiana Code / Title 7.1 / Article 2 / Chapter 4 / Section 7.1-2-4-11
Ad interim appointments
Status: in_force

Sec. 11. Ad Interim Appointments. The commission shall have the power to make an ad interim appointment to a local board if the required appointment is not made within the applicable time limit. An ad interim appointee shall have full power to act as a member of the local board for a period of sixty (60) days and as much longer as is required to complete an investigation or questionnaire begun during his temporary appointment.

[Pre-1973 Recodification Citation: 7-1-1-5(19).]

Formerly: Acts 1973, P.L.55, SEC.1.
Ind. Code § 7.1-3-6.5-4 — Indiana Code / Title 7.1 / Article 3 / Chapter 6.5 / Section 7.1-3-6.5-4
Obligation of keg purchaser to sign receipt; receipt requirements
Status: in_force

Sec. 4. A person who purchases a keg of beer for consumption at a place other than a licensed premises must sign a receipt for the keg. The commission shall prescribe a form for the receipt that:

(1) enables the identification and tracking of the purchaser of beer; and

(2) contains other information that the commission requires.

As added by P.L.63-2002, SEC.1.
Ind. Code § 7.1-4-7-4 — Indiana Code / Title 7.1 / Article 4 / Chapter 7 / Section 7.1-4-7-4
Fees deposited in enforcement and administration fund and state general fund
Status: in_force

Sec. 4. (a) Except as provided in subsection (b), the chairman and the department shall deposit the money collected under sections 1, 2, and 3 of this chapter daily with the treasurer of state, and not later than the fifth day of the following month shall cover:

(1) thirty-four percent (34%) of the money collected under section 1 of this chapter into the enforcement and administration fund established under IC 7.1-4-10-1; and

(2) sixty-six percent (66%) of the money collected under section 1 of this chapter and money collected under sections 2 and 3 of this chapter into the state general fund for state general fund purposes.

(b) The chairman and the department shall deposit all money collected under IC 7.1-2-5-3, IC 7.1-2-5-8, IC 7.1-3-17.5, IC 7.1-3-17.7, IC 7.1-3-22-9, and IC 7.1-4-4.1-5 daily with the treasurer of state, and not later than the fifth day of the following month shall cover the money into the enforcement and administration fund established under IC 7.1-4-10-1.

[Pre-1973 Recodification Citation: 7-1-1-41(f).]

Formerly: Acts 1973, P.L.55, SEC.1; Acts 1973, P.L.56, SEC.25. As amended by P.L.32-1988, SEC.4; P.L.106-1995, SEC.16; P.L.204-2001, SEC.46; P.L.224-2005, SEC.23.
Ind. Code § 7.1-7-2-15 — Indiana Code / Title 7.1 / Article 7 / Chapter 2 / Section 7.1-7-2-15
"Manufacturer"
Status: in_force

Sec. 15. "Manufacturer" means a person located inside or outside Indiana that is engaged in manufacturing:

(1) e-liquid for closed and open system vapor devices; or

(2) e-liquid products.

As added by P.L.176-2015, SEC.9. Amended by P.L.206-2017, SEC.13; P.L.148-2026, SEC.16.
Ind. Code § 7.1-5-7-13 — Indiana Code / Title 7.1 / Article 5 / Chapter 7 / Section 7.1-5-7-13
Employment of minors; exceptions
Status: in_force

Sec. 13. (a) Section 12 of this chapter does not prohibit the following:

(1) The employment of a person at least eighteen (18) years of age but less than twenty-one (21) years of age on or about licensed premises where alcoholic beverages are sold, furnished, or given away for consumption either on or off the licensed premises, for a purpose other than:

(A) selling;

(B) furnishing, other than serving;

(C) consuming; or

(D) otherwise dealing in;

alcoholic beverages.

(2) A person at least eighteen (18) years of age but less than twenty-one (21) years of age from ringing up a sale of alcoholic beverages in the course of the person's employment.

(3) A person who is at least eighteen (18) years of age but less than twenty-one (21) years of age and who has successfully completed an alcohol server training program certified under IC 7.1-3-1.5 from serving alcoholic beverages in a dining area or family room of a restaurant or hotel:

(A) in the course of a person's employment as a waiter, waitress, or server; and

(B) under the supervision of a person who:

(i) is at least twenty-one (21) years of age;

(ii) is present at the restaurant or hotel; and

(iii) has successfully completed an alcohol server training program certified under IC 7.1-3-1.5 by the commission.

This subdivision does not allow a person at least eighteen (18) years of age but less than twenty-one (21) years of age to be a bartender.

(4) The employment of a person at least eighteen (18) years of age but less than twenty-one (21) years of age on or about licensed premises where alcoholic beverages are sold, furnished, or given away for consumption either on or off the licensed premises if all the following apply:

(A) The person is employed as an assistant on a delivery truck.

(B) The person's duties with respect to alcoholic beverages are limited to handling alcoholic beverages in connection with the loading, unloading, stowing, or storing of alcoholic beverages that are being delivered or picked up.

(C) The person does not sell, furnish, or deal in alcoholic beverages in any manner except as expressly permitted under clause (B).

(D) The person acts under the supervision of a driver holding a salesman's permit.

(E) The person does not collect money for the delivery or pick up.

(b) This chapter does not prohibit a person less than twenty-one (21) years of age from being on the premises of a brewery under IC 7.1-3-2-7(5), a farm winery, including any additional locations of the farm winery under IC 7.1-3-12-5, or an artisan distillery under IC 7.1-3-27-5, if the person is:

(1) the child, stepchild, grandchild, nephew, or niece of an owner of the:

(A) brewery;

(B) farm winery; or

(C) artisan distiller; and

(2) employed on the premises for a purpose other than:

(A) selling;

(B) furnishing, other than serving;

(C) consuming; or

(D) otherwise dealing in;

alcoholic beverages.

A minor described in this subsection is not required to be accompanied by a parent, legal guardian or custodian, or family member who is at least twenty-one (21) years of age while on the premises of the brewery or farm winery.

[Pre-1973 Recodification Citation: 7-2-1-9(c).]

Formerly: Acts 1973, P.L.55, SEC.1. As amended by P.L.204-2001, SEC.53; P.L.161-2005, SEC.3; P.L.3-2008, SEC.70; P.L.94-2008, SEC.51; P.L.270-2017, SEC.20; P.L.75-2024, SEC.1.
Ind. Code § 7.1-7-2-11 — Indiana Code / Title 7.1 / Article 7 / Chapter 2 / Section 7.1-7-2-11
"Employee"
Status: in_force

Sec. 11. "Employee" means a person who works directly in the service of another person under an express or implied contract of hire, and the employer has the direct right to control the details of work performance. The term does not include a person who works for any independent subcontractor, temporary service provider, or an entity or person not under the direct full control of the employer.

As added by P.L.176-2015, SEC.9.
Ind. Code § 7.1-3-20-24.4 — Indiana Code / Title 7.1 / Article 3 / Chapter 20 / Section 7.1-3-20-24.4
Malls
Status: in_force

Sec. 24.4. (a) This section applies only to malls.

(b) As used in this section, "mall" means a retail shopping center that has the following characteristics:

(1) The center consists of an area that:

(A) has been redeveloped or renovated in part with grants from the federal, state, or local government; and

(B) is entirely located within a one-half (1/2) mile radius of the center of a consolidated city.

(2) The center consists of a building or group of buildings that:

(A) contains more than twenty-five (25) retailers; and

(B) is constructed in a manner so that the buildings or retail locations can be accessed without going outside the center.

(c) The commission may issue a three-way permit to sell alcoholic beverages for on-premises consumption only to an applicant who is the proprietor, as owner or lessee, or both, of retail space within a mall. The permit may be a single permit even though more than one (1) area constitutes the licensed premises under the permit.

(d) A permit authorized by this section may be issued without regard to the proximity provisions of IC 7.1-3-21-11 or the quota provisions of IC 7.1-3-22.

(e) Permits issued under this section may not be transferred to a location outside the mall.

As added by P.L.15-1994, SEC.7.
Ind. Code § 7.1-3-26-3 — Indiana Code / Title 7.1 / Article 3 / Chapter 26 / Section 7.1-3-26-3
"Consumer"
Status: in_force

Sec. 3. As used in this chapter, "consumer" means an individual with an Indiana address who purchases wine from a seller.

As added by P.L.165-2006, SEC.34.
Ind. Code § 7.1-3-1.1-2 — Indiana Code / Title 7.1 / Article 3 / Chapter 1.1 / Section 7.1-3-1.1-2
Deposit terms
Status: in_force

Sec. 2. (a) If a permit holder is unable to immediately operate the business for which the permit was issued, the permit holder shall deposit the permit with the commission, subject to the commission's approval. The commission may approve the deposit of the permit for the following terms:

(1) An initial term of deposit that expires twenty-four (24) months after the date of the commission's approval.

(2) An extension of the term of deposit that expires twelve (12) months after the date the initial term of deposit under subdivision (1) expires.

(3) An extension of the term of deposit that expires twelve (12) months after the date the initial term of deposit under subdivision (2) expires.

(4) An extension of the term of deposit that expires twelve (12) months after the date the initial term of deposit under subdivision (3) expires.

(b) If the permit has not expired or reverted to the commission, a permit holder may withdraw a permit that is deposited with the commission and make the permit active at any time before the term of deposit expires, subject to any requirements of the commission.

As added by P.L.285-2019, SEC.15.
Ind. Code § 7.1-5-1-12 — Indiana Code / Title 7.1 / Article 5 / Chapter 1 / Section 7.1-5-1-12
Violation of commission's order
Status: in_force

Sec. 12. Violation of Commission's Order. A person who recklessly imports, transports, receives, purchases, sells, distributes, delivers, or possesses an alcoholic beverage in violation of an order of the commission entered pursuant to IC 7.1-2-7, commits a Class B misdemeanor.

[Pre-1973 Recodification Citation: 7-1-3-5.]

Formerly: Acts 1973, P.L.55, SEC.1. As amended by Acts 1978, P.L.2, SEC.706.
Ind. Code § 7.1-7-2-23 — Indiana Code / Title 7.1 / Article 7 / Chapter 2 / Section 7.1-7-2-23
"Vapor device"
Status: in_force

Sec. 23. "Vapor device" means a powered vaporizer that converts e-liquid to a vapor intended for inhalation. The term includes both open and closed system vapor devices.

As added by P.L.176-2015, SEC.9. Amended by P.L.206-2017, SEC.20; P.L.148-2026, SEC.21.
Ind. Code § 7.1-3-23-26 — Indiana Code / Title 7.1 / Article 3 / Chapter 23 / Section 7.1-3-23-26
Repealed
Status: repealed

[Pre-1973 Recodification Citation: 7-2-1-9(g).]

Formerly: Acts 1973, P.L.55, SEC.1. As amended by Acts 1978, P.L.51, SEC.2; Acts 1979, P.L.83, SEC.7; Acts 1982, P.L.69, SEC.9. Repealed by P.L.100-1983, SEC.8.
Ind. Code § 7.1-7-2-22 — Indiana Code / Title 7.1 / Article 7 / Chapter 2 / Section 7.1-7-2-22
Repealed
Status: repealed

As added by P.L.176-2015, SEC.9. Repealed by P.L.206-2017, SEC.18.
Ind. Code § 7.1-3-6.1-4 — Indiana Code / Title 7.1 / Article 3 / Chapter 6.1 / Section 7.1-3-6.1-4
Criteria for alcoholic beverage prizes
Status: in_force

Sec. 4. (a) A qualified organization may give away as a prize for an allowable event an alcoholic beverage that is:

(1) purchased by or donated to the qualified organization by a permittee or person described in section 5 of this chapter;

(2) in sealed bottles or cases; and

(3) provided for consumption off the premises only.

(b) A donation:

(1) from a permittee; and

(2) to a qualified organization that is a permittee;

is subject to the requirements set forth in IC 7.1-3-6.3.

As added by P.L.153-2015, SEC.6. Amended by P.L.163-2025, SEC.18.
Ind. Code § 7.1-1-3-39 — Indiana Code / Title 7.1 / Article 1 / Chapter 3 / Section 7.1-1-3-39
"Resort hotel"
Status: in_force

Sec. 39. The term "resort hotel" means an establishment which meets the requirements provided in IC 7.1-3-20-21.

[Pre-1973 Recodification Citation: 7-1-1-3(n).]

Formerly: Acts 1973, P.L.55, SEC.1. As amended by P.L.86-2018, SEC.91.
Ind. Code § 7.1-3-23-14 — Indiana Code / Title 7.1 / Article 3 / Chapter 23 / Section 7.1-3-23-14
Revocation for refusal to allow examination
Status: in_force

Sec. 14. Revocation for Refusal to Allow Examination. The commission shall revoke the permit of a person, or refuse to issue a permit to a person, who refuses to permit the lawful examination of his books, papers, and records, or the investigation and examination of his premises by the commission.

[Pre-1973 Recodification Citation: 7-1-1-41(e).]

Formerly: Acts 1973, P.L.55, SEC.1.
Ind. Code § 7.1-4-4.1-21 — Indiana Code / Title 7.1 / Article 4 / Chapter 4.1 / Section 7.1-4-4.1-21
Food hall vendor's permit fees
Status: in_force

Sec. 21. (a) The initial application fee for a food hall vendor's permit is as follows:

(1) For a vending space that is less than one thousand (1,000) square feet, the cost of an initial permit is two thousand five hundred dollars ($2,500).

(2) For a vending space that is at least one thousand (1,000) square feet but not more than two thousand (2,000) square feet, the cost of an initial permit fee is five thousand dollars ($5,000).

(b) The annual renewal fee for a food hall vendor's permit under subsection (a) is one thousand dollars ($1,000). The commission shall deposit all fees collected for a food hall vendor's permit under subsection (a) and this subsection into the enforcement and administration fund established under IC 7.1-4-10.

(c) If a vending space is more than two thousand (2,000) square feet, a vendor must purchase a one-way, two-way, or three-way permit, subject to:

(1) availability under IC 7.1-3-22; and

(2) the annual renewal fees under section 9 of this chapter.

As added by P.L.285-2019, SEC.56.
Ind. Code § 7.1-7-5.5-2 — Indiana Code / Title 7.1 / Article 7 / Chapter 5.5 / Section 7.1-7-5.5-2
E-liquid and vapor device shipped in a delivery sale
Status: in_force

Sec. 2. A retailer may not ship an e-liquid, an e-liquid product, or a vapor device without first making a good faith effort to verify the age of the purchaser of the e-liquid, e-liquid product, or vapor device as set forth in IC 7.1-7-6-6.

As added by P.L.206-2017, SEC.30. Amended by P.L.49-2020, SEC.15; P.L.148-2026, SEC.31.
Ind. Code § 7.1-4-13-6 — Indiana Code / Title 7.1 / Article 4 / Chapter 13 / Section 7.1-4-13-6
Price regulation prohibited
Status: in_force

Sec. 6. The director may not regulate the price of wine grapes or any wine grape product under this chapter.

As added by P.L.102-1989, SEC.6.
Ind. Code § 7.1-4-2-4 — Indiana Code / Title 7.1 / Article 4 / Chapter 2 / Section 7.1-4-2-4
Repealed
Status: repealed

[Pre-1973 Recodification Citation: 7-2-2-1.]

As added by Acts 1973, P.L.55, SEC.1. Repealed by Acts 1973, P.L.56, SEC.38.
Ind. Code § 7.1-2-3-14 — Indiana Code / Title 7.1 / Article 2 / Chapter 3 / Section 7.1-2-3-14
Standards of sanitation
Status: in_force

Sec. 14. The commission shall have the power to set standards of cleanliness and sanitation for a licensed premises and for the apparatus, equipment, utensils, accessories, articles, and fixtures used or employed in the licensed premises. The commission shall have the power to require the aid of the Indiana department of health, any local board of health, and any health officer in this state to fix and enforce these standards.

[Pre-1973 Recodification Citation: 7-1-1-5(9).]

Formerly: Acts 1973, P.L.55, SEC.1. As amended by P.L.2-1992, SEC.74; P.L.56-2023, SEC.44.
Ind. Code § 7.1-6-1-2 — Indiana Code / Title 7.1 / Article 6 / Chapter 1 / Section 7.1-6-1-2
"Person"
Status: in_force

Sec. 2. "Person" has the meaning set forth in IC 35-31.5-2-234.

As added by P.L.256-1996, SEC.2. Amended by P.L.114-2012, SEC.16.
Ind. Code § 7.1-5-9-14 — Indiana Code / Title 7.1 / Article 5 / Chapter 9 / Section 7.1-5-9-14
Sale to nonpermittee prohibited
Status: in_force

Sec. 14. (a) It is unlawful for the holder of a permit of any type to sell an alcoholic beverage to a person who does not hold an appropriate permit under this title, unless the sale is the sale of an alcoholic beverage to a consumer or employee as expressly authorized in this title.

(b) A person who knowingly or intentionally violates this section commits a Class B misdemeanor.

[Pre-1973 Recodification Citation: 7-1-1-33(v).]

Formerly: Acts 1973, P.L.55, SEC.1. As amended by P.L.94-2008, SEC.57; P.L.159-2014, SEC.66; P.L.163-2025, SEC.51.
Ind. Code § 7.1-1-3-3.5 — Indiana Code / Title 7.1 / Article 1 / Chapter 3 / Section 7.1-1-3-3.5
"Advertising specialty"
Status: in_force

Sec. 3.5. "Advertising specialty" means an item having a fair market value of:

(1) not more than one thousand dollars ($1,000); or

(2) more than one thousand dollars ($1,000) with the prior written approval of the commission;

that is designed to be used within a retailer or dealer establishment to attract consumer attention to the products of a manufacturer. The term includes items such as posters, placards, designs, inside signs (electric, mechanical, or otherwise), window decorations, trays, coasters, mats, menu cards, meal checks, paper napkins, foam scrapers, back bar mats, thermometers, clocks, calendars, and alcoholic beverage lists or menus. An advertising specialty must bear conspicuous and substantial advertising matter about the product or the manufacturer or wholesaler that is permanently inscribed or securely affixed.

As added by P.L.270-2017, SEC.1.
Ind. Code § 7.1-2-4-22 — Indiana Code / Title 7.1 / Article 2 / Chapter 4 / Section 7.1-2-4-22
Oral comments at meetings
Status: in_force

Sec. 22. (a) A local board shall allow all individuals attending a public local board meeting or hearing to make oral comments at the meeting or hearing regarding the subject of the meeting or hearing. However, a local board may set a reasonable limit on the amount of time allowed to each individual to provide oral comment.

(b) A local board may give greater weight to oral comments provided by a person who:

(1) owns or operates a business that is located; or

(2) owns real property or resides;

not more than one thousand (1,000) feet from the location for which a permit is requested.

As added by P.L.94-2008, SEC.7.
Ind. Code § 7.1-4-3-4 — Indiana Code / Title 7.1 / Article 4 / Chapter 3 / Section 7.1-4-3-4
Repealed
Status: repealed

[Pre-1973 Recodification Citation: 7-1-1-41(b).]

As added by Acts 1973, P.L.55, SEC.1. Repealed by Acts 1973, P.L.56, SEC.38.
Ind. Code § 7.1-2-5-17 — Indiana Code / Title 7.1 / Article 2 / Chapter 5 / Section 7.1-2-5-17
Conduct of sale
Status: in_force

Sec. 17. Property ordered sold by a court under the provisions of section 14 or 15 of this chapter shall be sold by the chairman at public auction in any county in which he may deem it most advantageous to sell the property. The chairman shall give one (1) week's notice of the sale prior to the sale. The notice shall be published in the county seat of the county in which the sale is to be made. Property which has a commercial value and which may be lawfully purchased may be sold to any person. The proceeds of the sale, after deducting necessary costs and charges, including fees for publication, and payment of liens shall be paid to the chairman for deposit under IC 7.1-4-10-3.

[Pre-1973 Recodification Citation: 7-1-1-40.]

Formerly: Acts 1973, P.L.55, SEC.1. As amended by P.L.105-1995, SEC.4.
Ind. Code § 7.1-3-31-11 — Indiana Code / Title 7.1 / Article 3 / Chapter 31 / Section 7.1-3-31-11
Refreshment area dissolution
Status: in_force

Sec. 11. A municipal legislative body may adopt an ordinance dissolving a refreshment area at any time. The municipal legislative body shall notify the chair of the commission that the refreshment area is dissolved. Upon receipt of the notice, the commission shall revoke all refreshment area designations issued within the dissolved refreshment area.

As added by P.L.167-2023, SEC.4.
Ind. Code § 7.1-7-2-6.7 — Indiana Code / Title 7.1 / Article 7 / Chapter 2 / Section 7.1-7-2-6.7
"Delivery service"
Status: in_force

Sec. 6.7. "Delivery service" means a person, including the United States Postal Service, that is engaged in the delivery of letters, packages, or containers.

As added by P.L.206-2017, SEC.7.
Ind. Code § 7.1-3-19-2 — Indiana Code / Title 7.1 / Article 3 / Chapter 19 / Section 7.1-3-19-2
Jurisdiction restricted
Status: in_force

Sec. 2. Jurisdiction Restricted. Except as otherwise provided in this title, no court shall have jurisdiction of an action to compel the issuance of a retailer's or dealer's permit of any type, or to revoke, annul, suspend, or enjoin an action, ruling, finding, or order of the commission suspending or revoking one (1) of these permits, and the consent of the State of Indiana is hereby expressly withdrawn and denied in such an action.

[Pre-1973 Recodification Citation: 7-2-1-14(b).]

Formerly: Acts 1973, P.L.55, SEC.1.
Ind. Code § 7.1-3-23-15 — Indiana Code / Title 7.1 / Article 3 / Chapter 23 / Section 7.1-3-23-15
Repealed
Status: repealed

[Pre-1973 Recodification Citation: 7-1-1-3(n).]

Formerly: Acts 1973, P.L.55, SEC.1. Repealed by P.L.250-2003, SEC.18.
Ind. Code § 7.1-3-31-4 — Indiana Code / Title 7.1 / Article 3 / Chapter 31 / Section 7.1-3-31-4
"Refreshment area"
Status: in_force

Sec. 4. As used in this chapter, "refreshment area" means an outdoor area that a municipality designates as a refreshment area as provided in this chapter.

As added by P.L.167-2023, SEC.4.
Ind. Code § 7.1-3-9-9.5 — Indiana Code / Title 7.1 / Article 3 / Chapter 9 / Section 7.1-3-9-9.5
Limitation of sales; fees; clubs; discrimination
Status: in_force

Sec. 9.5. (a) Notwithstanding any other law, a liquor retailer may limit sales to the following:

(1) Persons that the retailer selects to have access to the retailer's facilities and services in return for payment of an annual fee to the retailer.

(2) Guests of a person described in subdivision (1).

(b) A liquor retailer may call the annual fee described in subsection (a) a membership fee.

(c) A liquor retailer may call the retailer's premises a club. However, the premises is not a club within the meaning of IC 7.1-3-20-1.

(d) This section does not allow a liquor retailer to discriminate among persons on the basis of race, sex, age, or religion when selecting persons to have access to the retailer's facilities and services.

As added by P.L.73-1991, SEC.2.
Ind. Code § 7.1-3-1-3.5 — Indiana Code / Title 7.1 / Article 3 / Chapter 1 / Section 7.1-3-1-3.5
Expired
Status: repealed

As added by Acts 1982, P.L.69, SEC.6. Amended by P.L.250-2003, SEC.8; P.L.285-2019, SEC.11; P.L.194-2021, SEC.23. Expired 7-1-2024 by P.L.285-2019, SEC.11.
Ind. Code § 7.1-3-3-10 — Indiana Code / Title 7.1 / Article 3 / Chapter 3 / Section 7.1-3-3-10
Conduct of hearing
Status: in_force

Sec. 10. Conduct of Hearing. The hearing on the denial of the renewal shall be conducted by a member of the commission or by a special examiner designated by it for this purpose. A deputy attorney general of the state shall represent the State of Indiana at the hearing and he shall present the written and oral evidence in support of the reasons given in the notice of the denial of the renewal of the beer wholesaler's permit. The applicant, in person or by counsel, shall present his evidence in support of his right to the renewal and in rebuttal of the evidence presented by the state. The burden shall be upon the state to establish the existence and sufficiency of the reasons for the denial of the renewal of the permit.

[Pre-1973 Recodification Citation: 7-1-1-10.]

Formerly: Acts 1973, P.L.55, SEC.1.
Ind. Code § 7.1-2-6-1 — Indiana Code / Title 7.1 / Article 2 / Chapter 6 / Section 7.1-2-6-1
Public nuisance; places
Status: in_force

Sec. 1. (a) The following are declared to be a public nuisance:

(1) A room, a house, a building, a boat, a structure, an automobile, other vehicle, or place of any kind where at least one (1) of the following occurs:

(A) An alcoholic beverage of any type is sold, possessed, manufactured, bartered, or given away in violation of law or a rule of the commission.

(B) A person is permitted to resort for the purpose of drinking an alcoholic beverage of any type in violation of law.

(2) A place where alcoholic beverages are kept for sale, barter, or gift in violation of law or in violation of a rule of the commission, and all alcoholic beverages and all other property kept in and used in maintaining a place.

(3) The business property of a person who knowingly or intentionally sells, possesses, manufactures, barters, or gives away alcoholic beverages in violation of law or a rule of the commission.

(b) The plaintiff in an action to abate a public nuisance under subsection (a)(3) must prove that the owner of the business had actual knowledge of the actions alleged to constitute a nuisance.

(c) In determining whether the owner of a business should be held liable for failing to abate a public nuisance under subsection (a)(3), the court shall consider the efforts the owner of the business took to abate the public nuisance, including whether the police department that serves the business owner's property had been notified by the business owner or the owner's employee of the actions alleged to constitute the public nuisance.

[Pre-1973 Recodification Citation: 7-1-1-37.]

Formerly: Acts 1973, P.L.55, SEC.1. As amended by P.L.52-1994, SEC.1.
Ind. Code § 7.1-5-8-9 — Indiana Code / Title 7.1 / Article 5 / Chapter 8 / Section 7.1-5-8-9
Purchase of beer from un-bonded brewery prohibited
Status: in_force

Sec. 9. It is a Class C misdemeanor for a permittee to knowingly or intentionally purchase, receive, or import beer from a brewer or other person located outside this state unless the bond and agreement required by this title have been accepted by the commission and are currently effective.

[Pre-1973 Recodification Citation: 7-2-2-2.]

Formerly: Acts 1973, P.L.55, SEC.1. As amended by P.L.159-2014, SEC.55.
Ind. Code § 7.1-3-20-30 — Indiana Code / Title 7.1 / Article 3 / Chapter 20 / Section 7.1-3-20-30
Food hall vendor's permit
Status: in_force

Sec. 30. (a) The definitions in section 29 of this chapter apply to this section.

(b) As used in this section, "vendor's permit" means a food hall vendor's permit issued to an individual vendor operating within the premises of a food hall for which a master permit is issued under section 29 of this chapter.

(c) The commission may issue a one-, two-, or three-way retailer's permit for on-premises consumption only to an applicant for a vendor's permit that has been approved by the commission to operate within a food hall. However, a vendor to which section 31 of this chapter applies may also sell the alcoholic beverages set forth in section 31(c) of this chapter for off the premises consumption. Each vendor that sells alcoholic beverages within the food hall must obtain a vendor's permit.

(d) Each vendor permittee must satisfy the following requirements:

(1) Each vendor permittee shall:

(A) maintain the vendor permittee's own retail merchant's certificate; and

(B) be responsible for the payment of the vendor permittee's own state gross retail taxes under IC 6-2.5 and withholding taxes required to be remitted under IC 6-3-4.

(2) Each vendor permittee shall conform to all health and safety requirements of local and state agencies.

(3) Each vendor permittee shall comply with all requirements under IC 7.1-5-9-15.

(4) Each vendor permittee shall comply with IC 7.1-5-10-20 with regard to the vendor permittee's own food and beverage vending space. However, IC 7.1-5-10-20 does not prohibit a vendor permittee from establishing sale prices for drinks that are different from the sale prices for comparable drinks that are set by other vendor permittees.

(5) Each vendor permittee is not required to comply with section 9(b) of this chapter.

(6) Each vendor permittee is responsible to the commission for any and all violations of alcohol laws and rules associated with the vendor's permit.

(7) Each applicant for a vendor's permit must comply with 905 IAC 1-36-1 and 905 IAC 1-36-2 and appear before the local alcohol board in the county in which the food hall vendor's permit will be situated. The local board shall only hear evidence on and determine the vendor's permit applicant's eligibility to hold a vendor's permit.

(8) Any vendor permittee that desires to relocate its food and beverage space within the food hall premises may relocate upon the commission's approval of a floor plan change.

(e) A vendor's permit authorized by this section may be issued without regard to the proximity provisions of IC 7.1-3-21-11 or the quota provisions of IC 7.1-3-22.

(f) A vendor's permit may not be transferred to a location outside the permit premises of the food hall. A vendor's permit that is inactive for more than six (6) months shall revert back to the commission or may be deposited with the commission subject to the approval of the commission.

As added by P.L.285-2019, SEC.41. Amended by P.L.194-2021, SEC.47.
Ind. Code § 7.1-3-19-4 — Indiana Code / Title 7.1 / Article 3 / Chapter 19 / Section 7.1-3-19-4
Time and place for investigation
Status: in_force

Sec. 4. The commission shall fix the time and place for investigating, before the appropriate local board, the fitness of the applicant, and the propriety of granting his application for the particular retailer's or dealer's permit involved. The investigation shall be held within the county in which the premises, described in the application, are situated and it shall be open to the public.

[Pre-1973 Recodification Citation: 7-1-1-11.]

Formerly: Acts 1973, P.L.55, SEC.1. As amended by P.L.106-1995, SEC.13; P.L.108-2021, SEC.13.
Ind. Code § 7.1-1-3-33.5 — Indiana Code / Title 7.1 / Article 1 / Chapter 3 / Section 7.1-1-3-33.5
"Qualified container"
Status: in_force

Sec. 33.5. "Qualified container" means a new, clean, sealable container that is for the sale of alcoholic beverages for consumption off the premises, that:

(1) has a liquid capacity of not more than four (4) quarts; and

(2) after the container is filled, is sealed with a device or material that is used to fully close off the container securely without any perforations or straw holes.

As added by P.L.167-2024, SEC.3.
Ind. Code § 7.1-1-3-2 — Indiana Code / Title 7.1 / Article 1 / Chapter 3 / Section 7.1-1-3-2
"Accommodations"
Status: in_force

Sec. 2. Accommodations. The term "accommodations" means the seating capacity for the serving of food in a room in which alcoholic beverages are sold. It does not mean any accommodation or seating capacity in the sleeping quarters in a hotel.

[Pre-1973 Recodification Citation: 7-1-1-11.]

Formerly: Acts 1973, P.L.55, SEC.1.
Ind. Code § 7.1-5-8-4.6 — Indiana Code / Title 7.1 / Article 5 / Chapter 8 / Section 7.1-5-8-4.6
Patrons taking wine into art instruction studio; food requirements; employee permit and server training required
Status: in_force

Sec. 4.6. (a) As used in this section, "art instruction studio" means any commercial establishment that provides to its customers:

(1) all required supplies; and

(2) step-by-step instruction in creating a painting or other work of art;

during a studio instructional session that is not conducted on a licensed premises.

(b) As used in this section, "proprietor" means the proprietor of an art instruction studio who is at least twenty-one (21) years of age.

(c) A proprietor may allow a patron who is at least twenty-one (21) years of age to bring one (1) seven hundred fifty (750) milliliter bottle of wine into the art instruction studio, if the requirements of this section are satisfied.

(d) Wine that is brought into an art instruction studio must be:

(1) in a sealed bottle; and

(2) only for consumption by:

(A) the patron; and

(B) persons in the company of the patron who are at least twenty-one (21) years of age;

while receiving art instruction.

(e) The proprietor or an employee who is at least twenty-one (21) years of age may open and serve wine that is brought into the licensed premises by a patron. The proprietor may provide wine glasses and other barware for the use of patrons in opening and consuming wine brought into the art instruction studio. However, the proprietor or employee may not provide ice, mixers, or garnishes.

(f) The proprietor and an employee who opens or serves wine:

(1) must have successfully completed a server program or trainer program under IC 7.1-3-1.5;

(2) must verify the age of a person consuming wine by examining:

(A) a driver's license bearing the person's photograph;

(B) a photographic identification card issued under IC 9-24-16-1, or a similar card, issued under the laws of another state or the federal government, showing the person's age; or

(C) a government issued document bearing the person's photograph and showing the person to be at least twenty-one (21) years of age; and

(3) is responsible for any violation of IC 7.1-5-10-15.

(g) A proprietor who permits patrons to bring wine into the art instruction studio must make food available for consumption at the art instruction studio by:

(1) allowing a vehicle of transportation that is a food establishment (as defined in IC 16-18-2-137) to serve food near the art studio;

(2) placing menus in the art studio's premises of restaurants that will deliver food to the art studio; or

(3) providing food prepared at the art studio.

As added by P.L.285-2019, SEC.61.
Ind. Code § 7.1-3-26-7 — Indiana Code / Title 7.1 / Article 3 / Chapter 26 / Section 7.1-3-26-7
Qualifications of applicant for direct wine seller permit
Status: in_force

Sec. 7. (a) The commission may issue a direct wine seller's permit to an applicant who meets all of the following requirements:

(1) The applicant is domiciled and has its principal place of business in the United States.

(2) The applicant is engaged in the manufacture of wine.

(3) The applicant holds and acts within the scope of authority of an alcoholic beverage license or permit to manufacture wine that is required:

(A) in Indiana or the state where the applicant is domiciled; and

(B) by the Tax and Trade Bureau of the United States Department of the Treasury.

(4) The applicant qualifies with the secretary of state to do business in Indiana and consents to the personal jurisdiction of the commission and the courts of Indiana.

(5) The applicant:

(A) has not distributed wine through a wine wholesaler in Indiana within the one hundred twenty (120) days immediately preceding the applicant's application for a direct wine seller's permit and does not distribute wine through a wine wholesaler in Indiana during the term of the direct wine seller's permit; or

(B) has operated as a farm winery under IC 7.1-3-12.

(6) The applicant completes documentation regarding the applicant's application required by the commission.

(b) The commission may issue a direct wine seller's permit to an applicant who:

(1) meets the requirements under subsection (a); and

(2) holds a permit issued under this title that allows the sale of an alcoholic beverage at retail.

As added by P.L.165-2006, SEC.34. Amended by P.L.54-2008, SEC.3; P.L.186-2011, SEC.8; P.L.107-2015, SEC.7.
Ind. Code § 7.1-3-1-4 — Indiana Code / Title 7.1 / Article 3 / Chapter 1 / Section 7.1-3-1-4
Applications for permits; general
Status: in_force

Sec. 4. The commission shall issue a permit authorized by this title only upon proper application. The application shall be in the form and manner prescribed by the commission. The application shall contain the terms and information required by this title or by the rules and regulations of the commission. The appropriate surety bond, if one is required, also shall be submitted with the application.

[1973 Recodification Citation: New.]

Formerly: Acts 1973, P.L.55, SEC.1. As amended by P.L.204-2001, SEC.22; P.L.145-2024, SEC.2.
Ind. Code § 7.1-3-10-7 — Indiana Code / Title 7.1 / Article 3 / Chapter 10 / Section 7.1-3-10-7
Scope of permit
Status: in_force

Sec. 7. (a) The holder of a liquor dealer's permit shall be entitled to purchase liquor only from a permittee entitled to sell to a liquor dealer under this title.

(b) A liquor dealer shall be entitled to possess liquor and sell it at retail in its original package to a customer only for consumption off the licensed premises.

(c) A liquor dealer may deliver liquor only in permissible containers to a customer's residence or office. This delivery may only be performed by the permit holder or an employee who holds an employee permit. However, a liquor dealer who is licensed under IC 7.1-3-10-4 may deliver liquor in permissible containers to a customer's residence, office, or designated location. The permit holder shall maintain a written record of each delivery for at least one (1) year that shows the customer's name, location of delivery, and quantity sold.

(d) A liquor dealer may not sell or deliver alcoholic beverages or any other item through a window in the licensed premises to a patron who is outside the licensed premises. However, a liquor dealer that is a drug store may sell prescription drugs and health and beauty aids through a window in the licensed premises to a patron who is outside the licensed premises.

[Pre-1973 Recodification Citations: 7-1-1-20.]

Formerly: Acts 1973, P.L.55, SEC.1. As amended by P.L.85-1985, SEC.6; P.L.65-1990, SEC.2; P.L.72-1996, SEC.8; P.L.204-2001, SEC.28; P.L.194-2021, SEC.40; P.L.164-2025, SEC.5.
Ind. Code § 7.1-2-3-29 — Indiana Code / Title 7.1 / Article 2 / Chapter 3 / Section 7.1-2-3-29
Delegation of powers and duties
Status: in_force

Sec. 29. Delegation of Powers and Duties. The commission, unless otherwise specifically provided, may delegate the powers and duties conferred on it in this title to responsible employees of the commission, but the commission shall maintain final responsibility.

[1973 Recodification Citation: New.]

Formerly: Acts 1973, P.L.55, SEC.1.
Ind. Code § 7.1-2-4-14 — Indiana Code / Title 7.1 / Article 2 / Chapter 4 / Section 7.1-2-4-14
Local board organization
Status: in_force

Sec. 14. A local board shall meet and organize immediately following the appointment of its members. The local board shall elect one (1) of its members to serve as president. The president shall preside at the meetings of the board. The local board also shall elect one (1) of its members to serve as secretary. The secretary shall electronically record all votes taken by the local board and perform other duties assigned by the board.

[Pre-1973 Recodification Citation: 7-1-1-5(19).]

Formerly: Acts 1973, P.L.55, SEC.1. As amended by P.L.163-2025, SEC.6.
Ind. Code § 7.1-2-4-9 — Indiana Code / Title 7.1 / Article 2 / Chapter 4 / Section 7.1-2-4-9
Order of appointments
Status: in_force

Sec. 9. The order of appointments to a local board shall be as follows:

(1) The board of commissioners of a county shall make its appointment first.

(2) The city or town executive, as the case may be, shall make the executive's appointment second.

(3) The county fiscal body shall make its appointment third.

(4) The commission shall designate its representative fourth.

[Pre-1973 Recodification Citation: 7-1-1-5(19).]

Formerly: Acts 1973, P.L.55, SEC.1. As amended by P.L.8-1989, SEC.34; P.L.4-1991, SEC.136.
Ind. Code § 7.1-2-4-16 — Indiana Code / Title 7.1 / Article 2 / Chapter 4 / Section 7.1-2-4-16
Quorum and voting
Status: in_force

Sec. 16. Quorum and Voting. Three (3) members of a local board shall constitute a quorum for the transaction of business. A local board may take action only upon the affirmative votes of at least three (3) of its members.

[Pre-1973 Recodification Citation: 7-1-1-5(19).]

Formerly: Acts 1973, P.L.55, SEC.1.
Ind. Code § 7.1-3-18.5-9.2 — Indiana Code / Title 7.1 / Article 3 / Chapter 18.5 / Section 7.1-3-18.5-9.2
Employee requirements; civil penalty; employee violation
Status: in_force

Sec. 9.2. (a) An employee of a certificate holder must hold a valid:

(1) driver's license issued by the state of Indiana or another state; or

(2) identification card issued by the state of Indiana, another state, or the United States;

to sell tobacco products.

(b) An employee must have the employee's driver's license or identification card or a copy of the employee's driver's license or identification card:

(1) either:

(A) in the employee's possession; or

(B) on file with the employee's employer; and

(2) upon request, readily available to show to an excise officer or law enforcement;

when selling tobacco products.

(c) If an employee holds a valid license or identification card as described in subsection (a) but is unable to show the license, identification card, or a copy to an excise officer under subsection (b) because:

(1) the employee has left the license, identification card, or copy in another location; or

(2) the license, identification card, or copy has otherwise been lost or mislaid;

the employee may, within five (5) days of the employee's inability to show the license, identification card, or copy to the excise officer, produce to the excise officer or to the office of the commission satisfactory evidence of a license or identification card issued to the individual that was valid at the time the individual was unable to show the license, identification card, or copy.

(d) If an employee who is unable to show a license, identification card, or copy to an excise officer fails to produce satisfactory evidence within five (5) days in the manner described in subsection (c), the commission may impose a civil penalty on the certificate holder under IC 7.1-3-23-3.

(e) The commission shall take the following actions with respect to a certificate holder's certificate if the certificate holder's employees violate this section:

(1) For three (3) violations in a one (1) year period, suspend the certificate for a period of five (5) days.

(2) For four (4) violations in a one (1) year period, suspend the certificate for a period of an additional five (5) days.

(3) For five (5) violations in a one (1) year period, suspend the certificate for a period of an additional five (5) days.

(4) For six (6) or more violations in a one (1) year period, revoke the certificate.

As added by P.L.107-2024, SEC.4. Amended by P.L.148-2026, SEC.4; P.L.153-2026, SEC.32.
Ind. Code § 7.1-3-17.7-2 — Indiana Code / Title 7.1 / Article 3 / Chapter 17.7 / Section 7.1-3-17.7-2
Quota provisions inapplicable
Status: in_force

Sec. 2. The commission shall issue a horse track permit or a satellite facility permit without regard to the quota provisions of IC 7.1-3-22.

As added by P.L.15-1994, SEC.5.
Ind. Code § 7.1-5-10-23 — Indiana Code / Title 7.1 / Article 5 / Chapter 10 / Section 7.1-5-10-23
Purchases for consumption off the licensed premises; proof of age
Status: in_force

Sec. 23. It is a Class C infraction for a permittee, certificate holder, or an employee or agent of a permittee or certificate holder to recklessly, knowingly, or intentionally sell, barter, exchange, provide, or furnish another person who is or reasonably appears to be less than forty (40) years of age an alcoholic beverage or tobacco product for consumption off the licensed premises without first requiring the person to produce:

(1) a driver's license;

(2) an identification card issued under IC 9-24-16-1 or a similar card issued under the laws of another state or the federal government; or

(3) a government issued document;

bearing the person's photograph and birth date showing that the person is at least twenty-one (21) years of age.

As added by P.L.10-2010, SEC.12. Amended by P.L.216-2011, SEC.3; P.L.32-2019, SEC.16; P.L.148-2026, SEC.5.
Ind. Code § 7.1-5-9-9 — Indiana Code / Title 7.1 / Article 5 / Chapter 9 / Section 7.1-5-9-9
Wholesaler's interests limited
Status: in_force

Sec. 9. (a) It is unlawful for a person who has an interest in a beer wholesaler's permit to acquire, hold, own, or possess an interest of any type in a beer dealer's or retailer's permit.

(b) It is unlawful for a person who has an interest in a liquor wholesaler's permit to acquire, hold, own, or possess an interest of any type in a liquor dealer's or retailer's permit.

(c) A person who knowingly or intentionally violates subsection (a) or (b) commits a Class B misdemeanor.

[Pre-1973 Recodification Citation: 7-1-1-42(g).]

Formerly: Acts 1973, P.L.55, SEC.1. As amended by P.L.159-2014, SEC.63.
Ind. Code § 7.1-1-2-5 — Indiana Code / Title 7.1 / Article 1 / Chapter 2 / Section 7.1-1-2-5
Direct and indirect prohibition
Status: in_force

Sec. 5. Direct and Indirect Prohibition. For the purposes of this title, whenever a person is prohibited from doing a certain act or holding a certain interest directly, he shall be prohibited also from doing that act or holding that interest indirectly.

[1973 Recodification Citation: New.]

Formerly: Acts 1973, P.L.55, SEC.1.
Ind. Code § 7.1-5-8-2 — Indiana Code / Title 7.1 / Article 5 / Chapter 8 / Section 7.1-5-8-2
Repealed
Status: repealed

[Pre-1973 Recodification Citation: 7-1-1-32(3).]

Formerly: Acts 1973, P.L.55, SEC.1. Repealed by Acts 1978, P.L.2, SEC.727.
Ind. Code § 7.1-3-1-24 — Indiana Code / Title 7.1 / Article 3 / Chapter 1 / Section 7.1-3-1-24
Religious exemption
Status: in_force

Sec. 24. Religious Exemption. A pastor, rabbi, minister, or priest may purchase, acquire, possess and dispense wine for sacramental purposes or for performing a religious rite only without a permit being issued under this title.

[Pre-1973 Recodification Citation: 7-1-1-42(b).]

Formerly: Acts 1973, P.L.55, SEC.1.
Ind. Code § 7.1-2-6-9 — Indiana Code / Title 7.1 / Article 2 / Chapter 6 / Section 7.1-2-6-9
Recovery on bond
Status: in_force

Sec. 9. Recovery on Bond. The whole amount of the bond filed under this chapter may be recovered as a penalty if a condition of the bond is violated. The penalty recovered shall be for the use of the city or town, or if outside the limits of a city or town, then to the county, in which the premises are situated.

[Pre-1973 Recodification Citation: 7-1-1-38.]

Formerly: Acts 1973, P.L.55, SEC.1.
Ind. Code § 7.1-3-24-2 — Indiana Code / Title 7.1 / Article 3 / Chapter 24 / Section 7.1-3-24-2
Ordinary transfers authorized
Status: repealed

Sec. 2. Ordinary Transfers Authorized. The transfer of a permit from one (1) holder to another holder, or from one (1) location to another location, may be made if the permit has at least three (3) months of unexpired term remaining.

[Pre-1973 Recodification Citation: 7-1-1-8(1).]

Formerly: Acts 1973, P.L.55, SEC.1.
Ind. Code § 7.1-3-4-6.5 — Indiana Code / Title 7.1 / Article 3 / Chapter 4 / Section 7.1-3-4-6.5
Furnishing beer to qualified organization
Status: in_force

Sec. 6.5. A beer retailer may sell, donate, transport, and deliver beer to a qualified organization for:

(1) an allowable event under IC 7.1-3-6.1;

(2) a charity auction under IC 7.1-3-6.2; or

(3) an event under IC 7.1-3-6.3.

As added by P.L.163-2025, SEC.15.
Ind. Code § 7.1-3-28-2 — Indiana Code / Title 7.1 / Article 3 / Chapter 28 / Section 7.1-3-28-2
Marketing, labeling as Indiana rye whiskey
Status: in_force

Sec. 2. A person may not advertise, label, sell, or refer for marketing or sales purposes to liquor as:

(1) Indiana rye;

(2) Indiana rye whiskey;

(3) Indiana rye whisky;

(4) Indiana sweet mash rye whiskey;

(5) Indiana sweet mash rye whisky;

(6) Indiana sour mash rye whiskey; or

(7) Indiana sour mash rye whisky;

unless the liquor meets the requirements of Indiana rye whiskey as set forth in section 1 of this chapter.

As added by P.L.194-2021, SEC.61.
Ind. Code § 7.1-3-23-32 — Indiana Code / Title 7.1 / Article 3 / Chapter 23 / Section 7.1-3-23-32
Notice to permittee in certain cases
Status: in_force

Sec. 32. Notice to Permittee in Certain Cases. The commission shall give notice of its proposed action to the applicant or permittee if the commission determines not to issue or renew a manufacturer's or wholesaler's permit, or if the commission determines to take action to revoke or suspend a manufacturer's or wholesaler's permit after it has been issued.

[Pre-1973 Recodification Citation: 7-1-1-43.]

Formerly: Acts 1973, P.L.55, SEC.1.
Ind. Code § 7.1-7-2-10.5 — Indiana Code / Title 7.1 / Article 7 / Chapter 2 / Section 7.1-7-2-10.5
"E-liquid product"
Status: in_force

Sec. 10.5. "E-liquid product" means a vapor device that contains e-liquid, with or without nicotine.

As added by P.L.148-2026, SEC.12.
Ind. Code § 7.1-3-18-9.5 — Indiana Code / Title 7.1 / Article 3 / Chapter 18 / Section 7.1-3-18-9.5
Exception to revocation of employee's permit for conviction of operating while intoxicated
Status: in_force

Sec. 9.5. (a) This section applies only to an employee who:

(1) holds an employee's permit issued under section 9 of this chapter;

(2) is convicted of operating while intoxicated;

(3) does not have a prior conviction for operating while intoxicated; and

(4) was at least twenty-one (21) years of age at the time the employee committed the offense of operating while intoxicated for which the employee was convicted.

(b) The commission shall send to the most recent mailing address that the commission has on file, or by electronic communication, a notice to an employee that the employee's permit will be revoked six (6) months after the date of sentencing for the conviction of operating while intoxicated unless the employee submits to the commission, on a form prescribed by the commission, information verifying that the employee has completed an appropriate substance abuse treatment or education program that was provided by a provider certified by the division of mental health and addiction.

(c) If an employee fails to submit the information as required under subsection (b) within six (6) months from the date of the sentencing, the commission shall revoke the employee's permit.

As added by P.L.196-2015, SEC.11. Amended by P.L.145-2024, SEC.8.
Ind. Code § 7.1-4-6-8 — Indiana Code / Title 7.1 / Article 4 / Chapter 6 / Section 7.1-4-6-8
Duty of attorney general and local prosecutor
Status: in_force

Sec. 8. (a) If a person who holds a permit under this title:

(1) fails to account for, or pay over to the chairman or the department, or both, an annual license fee, or excise tax, or other levy imposed by this title;

(2) defaults in a condition of the person's bond; or

(3) fails or refuses to pay to the chairman or the department an obligation, liability, forfeiture, or penalty imposed upon the person by this title, whether the person is licensed under this title or not;

the chairman or the department shall report that fact to the attorney general of Indiana who shall immediately institute the necessary action for the recovery of the sum due the state by reason of this title.

(b) The state shall be entitled to all liens and remedies allowed by law for the collection of the sum due the state.

(c) It is the duty of the prosecuting attorney of the proper county to assist the attorney general in these matters whenever the attorney general requests his assistance.

[Pre-1973 Recodification Citation: 7-1-1-42(1).]

Formerly: Acts 1973, P.L.55, SEC.1; Acts 1973, P.L.56, SEC.23. As amended by P.L.128-2026, SEC.101.
Ind. Code § 7.1-5-1-2 — Indiana Code / Title 7.1 / Article 5 / Chapter 1 / Section 7.1-5-1-2
Repealed
Status: repealed

[Pre-1973 Recodification Citation: 7-1-1-8(3).]

As added by Acts 1973, P.L.55, SEC.1. Repealed by Acts 1973, P.L.58, SEC.2.
Ind. Code § 7.1-3-10-5 — Indiana Code / Title 7.1 / Article 3 / Chapter 10 / Section 7.1-3-10-5
Package liquor stores; permissible commodities
Status: in_force

Sec. 5. A package liquor store's exclusive business shall be the selling of the following commodities only:

(1) Liquor in its original package.

(2) Beer in permissible containers, if the permittee has the proper permit.

(3) Wine in its original package.

(4) Bar supplies used in the preparation for consumption of alcoholic beverages and in their consumption.

(5) Tobacco products.

(6) Uncooled and uniced charged water, carbonated soda, ginger ale, mineral water, grenadine, and flavoring extracts.

(7) Printed materials.

(8) Lottery tickets as provided in IC 4-30-9.

(9) Cooled or uncooled nonalcoholic malt beverages.

(10) Flavored malt beverage in its original package.

[Pre-1973 Recodification Citations: 7-1-1-20; 7-1-4-2.]

Formerly: Acts 1973, P.L.55, SEC.1. As amended by P.L.57-1984, SEC.9; P.L.341-1989(ss), SEC.11; P.L.52-1992, SEC.5; P.L.72-1996, SEC.7.
Ind. Code § 7.1-4-13-2 — Indiana Code / Title 7.1 / Article 4 / Chapter 13 / Section 7.1-4-13-2
"Director" defined
Status: in_force

Sec. 2. As used in this chapter, "director" refers to the dean of agriculture of Purdue University or the dean's designee.

As added by P.L.102-1989, SEC.6. Amended by P.L.40-1993, SEC.2.
Ind. Code § 7.1-5-2-6 — Indiana Code / Title 7.1 / Article 5 / Chapter 2 / Section 7.1-5-2-6
Repealed
Status: repealed

[Pre-1973 Recodification Citation: 7-1-1-33(w).]

Formerly: Acts 1973, P.L.55, SEC.1. As amended by Acts 1978, P.L.2, SEC.707; P.L.57-1984, SEC.14. Repealed by P.L.159-2014, SEC.25.
Ind. Code § 7.1-5-6-1 — Indiana Code / Title 7.1 / Article 5 / Chapter 6 / Section 7.1-5-6-1
Making alcoholic beverages without permit prohibited
Status: in_force

Sec. 1. (a) It is a Class C misdemeanor for a person to knowingly own, have in the person's possession or under the person's control, or use a still or distilling apparatus for the manufacture of liquor, except as otherwise provided in this title.

(b) It is a Class C misdemeanor for a person to knowingly own, have in the person's possession or under the person's control, or use brewing or wine-making apparatus, for the manufacture for commercial purposes of beer or wine, except as otherwise provided in this title.

[Pre-1973 Recodification Citation: 7-1-1-32(14).]

Formerly: Acts 1973, P.L.55, SEC.1. As amended by Acts 1978, P.L.2, SEC.709; P.L.159-2014, SEC.42.
Ind. Code § 7.1-5-7-12 — Indiana Code / Title 7.1 / Article 5 / Chapter 7 / Section 7.1-5-7-12
Employment of minors prohibited
Status: in_force

Sec. 12. Except as provided in section 13 of this chapter, it is a Class B misdemeanor for a person to knowingly or intentionally employ a minor in or about a place where alcoholic beverages are sold, furnished, or given away for consumption either on or off the licensed premises, in a capacity which requires or allows the minor to sell, furnish, or otherwise deal in alcoholic beverages.

[Pre-1973 Recodification Citation: 7-2-1-9(c).]

Formerly: Acts 1973, P.L.55, SEC.1. As amended by Acts 1982, P.L.69, SEC.19; P.L.204-2001, SEC.52; P.L.159-2014, SEC.52.
Ind. Code § 7.1-5-10-2 — Indiana Code / Title 7.1 / Article 5 / Chapter 10 / Section 7.1-5-10-2
Unauthorized sales prohibited
Status: in_force

Sec. 2. (a) It is unlawful for a permittee to recklessly sell, keep for sale, barter, furnish, or give away an alcoholic beverage which the permittee is not entitled to sell, keep for sale, barter, furnish, or give away under the permit.

(b) A person who violates this section commits a Class B misdemeanor.

[Pre-1973 Recodification Citation: 7-1-1-32(4).]

Formerly: Acts 1973, P.L.55, SEC.1. As amended by Acts 1978, P.L.2, SEC.715; P.L.159-2014, SEC.69.
Ind. Code § 7.1-3-9.5-1 — Indiana Code / Title 7.1 / Article 3 / Chapter 9.5 / Section 7.1-3-9.5-1
Application
Status: in_force

Sec. 1. Application. The commission may issue a supplemental caterer's permit only to a person who is, and continues to be, the holder of a three-way permit and who desires to sell, on a temporary basis only, alcoholic beverages for on-premises consumption at locations other than the person's licensed premises.

Formerly: Acts 1974, P.L.25, SEC.1. As amended by P.L.85-2017, SEC.31.
Ind. Code § 7.1-5-1-9.5 — Indiana Code / Title 7.1 / Article 5 / Chapter 1 / Section 7.1-5-1-9.5
Repealed
Status: repealed

As added by P.L.121-1998, SEC.1. Amended by P.L.204-2001, SEC.49; P.L.1-2006, SEC.150; P.L.109-2013, SEC.9. Repealed by P.L.159-2014, SEC.21.
Ind. Code § 7.1-3-14-2 — Indiana Code / Title 7.1 / Article 3 / Chapter 14 / Section 7.1-3-14-2
Prerequisites
Status: in_force

Sec. 2. Prerequisites. The commission may issue or refuse a wine retailer's permit, in its discretion, with or without requiring an investigation before a local board. However, publication of notice need not be given if the commission does require an investigation before a local board.

[Pre-1973 Recodification Citation: 7-1-1-24.]

Formerly: Acts 1973, P.L.55, SEC.1.
Ind. Code § 7.1-4-4.5-2 — Indiana Code / Title 7.1 / Article 4 / Chapter 4.5 / Section 7.1-4-4.5-2
Applicability of tax
Status: in_force

Sec. 2. The hard cider excise tax applies only to hard cider. An alcoholic beverage that is subject to the hard cider excise tax is not subject to the liquor excise tax or the wine excise tax.

As added by P.L.119-1998, SEC.24.
Ind. Code § 7.1-5-8-0.3 — Indiana Code / Title 7.1 / Article 5 / Chapter 8 / Section 7.1-5-8-0.3
Intent and purpose of certain amendments made to chapter
Status: in_force

Sec. 0.3. The intent and purpose of the amendments made to sections 4, 5, and 6 of this chapter by P.L.94-2008 are the promotion of performing arts in Indiana.

As added by P.L.220-2011, SEC.179.
Ind. Code § 7.1-3-9.5-2 — Indiana Code / Title 7.1 / Article 3 / Chapter 9.5 / Section 7.1-3-9.5-2
Notices
Status: in_force

Sec. 2. (a) The holder of a supplemental caterer's permit shall notify the commission in writing not later than forty-eight (48) hours in advance of each function that the permittee intends to cater with alcoholic beverages. The commission may waive the forty-eight (48) hour notice period required under this subsection, if authorized by the chairman or the chairman's designee, but may not waive the requirement for filing notice.

(b) The notice shall include the following:

(1) The date, time, and location of the function to be catered.

(2) If the function is open to the public, located in a county having a population of less than one hundred fifty thousand (150,000), and located in a different county from the county where the permittee holds the three-way permit required under section 1 of this chapter, the signature of the following official on a document stating the official's approval of the catering of alcoholic beverages at the proposed date, time, and location:

(A) The president of the town council, if the location is in a town.

(B) The mayor, if the location is in a city.

(C) The president of the board of county commissioners, if the location is in unincorporated territory.

(c) If a permittee complies with all notice requirements of subsection (b), the commission in its absolute discretion has the authority, any other provision of this title to the contrary notwithstanding, to approve the proposed date and location of the function to be catered.

(d) The commission need not notify the permittee if the commission approved the proposed date and location, and the permittee may proceed as stated in the permittee's notice to the commission. The commission shall notify the permittee by certified United States mail or electronic mail, in advance of the function, if the commission does not approve the proposed date or location.

(e) A permittee whose proposed date or location has been disapproved by the commission still may cater the function on that date and at that location, but the permittee may not cater alcoholic beverages at that function on that date and at that location.

Formerly: Acts 1974, P.L.25, SEC.1. As amended by P.L.51-1994, SEC.4; P.L.196-2015, SEC.8; P.L.145-2024, SEC.7.
Ind. Code § 7.1-4-4.5-5 — Indiana Code / Title 7.1 / Article 4 / Chapter 4.5 / Section 7.1-4-4.5-5
Necessity of invoice; contents
Status: in_force

Sec. 5. (a) All sales of hard cider made by a primary source of supply to a wine wholesaler must at the time of the sale be accompanied by an invoice that shows the following:

(1) The name and address of seller and purchaser.

(2) The date of disposition.

(3) The name or names of each brand sold.

(4) The number of packages, if any.

(5) The number of cases by size of bottle.

(6) The quantity of each kind of alcoholic beverage sold.

(b) The primary source of supply shall send a copy of the invoice to the department of revenue and the commission at the time of the sale.

As added by P.L.119-1998, SEC.24.
Ind. Code § 7.1-3-17.8-5 — Indiana Code / Title 7.1 / Article 3 / Chapter 17.8 / Section 7.1-3-17.8-5
Laws regarding alcoholic beverages, e-liquids, and tobacco apply to entity operating on state park property
Status: in_force

Sec. 5. Except as provided in sections 2 and 3 of this chapter, an entity that operates on state park property under a permit issued by the commission to:

(1) the department of natural resources under this chapter; or

(2) the entity under this article;

shall operate within the park property in accordance with the provisions of this title that regulate the sale and use of alcoholic beverages, e-liquid (as defined in IC 7.1-7-2-10), and tobacco products (as defined in (IC 7.1-6-1-3).

As added by P.L.214-2016, SEC.10.
Ind. Code § 7.1-3-11-1 — Indiana Code / Title 7.1 / Article 3 / Chapter 11 / Section 7.1-3-11-1
Dining car liquor permits
Status: in_force

Sec. 1. Dining Car Liquor Permits. The commission may issue a dining car liquor permit to a corporation that is entitled to obtain a dining car beer permit under this title. The commission shall issue a dining car liquor permit in the same manner that a dining car beer permit is issued under this title. The commission shall not issue a dining car liquor permit to a corporation unless the corporation also is the holder of a dining car beer permit and a dining car wine permit. However, applications for each of the three (3) types of permits may be made at the same time.

[Pre-1973 Recodification Citation: 7-1-1-21.]

Formerly: Acts 1973, P.L.55, SEC.1.
Ind. Code § 7.1-6-2-8 — Indiana Code / Title 7.1 / Article 6 / Chapter 2 / Section 7.1-6-2-8
Payment of civil penalties; late penalties; interest
Status: in_force

Sec. 8. (a) This section applies whenever a civil penalty payable to the Richard D. Doyle tobacco education and enforcement fund is imposed.

(b) The person liable for the civil penalty shall pay the full amount of the civil penalty to the commission within thirty (30) days after final judgment.

(c) A person who fails to pay a civil penalty within the time specified in subsection (b) is liable for a late penalty equal to the greater of the following:

(1) Twenty-five percent (25%) of the amount of the civil penalty imposed under IC 35-46-1.

(2) The lesser of the following:

(A) Twenty-five dollars ($25) multiplied by the number of days that have elapsed after the date that the civil penalty was imposed by a court.

(B) Five thousand dollars ($5,000).

(d) A person who fails to pay a civil penalty within the time specified in subsection (b) is liable for interest on the unpaid amount of the:

(1) civil penalty imposed by a court; and

(2) late penalty imposed under this section.

The interest rate is the adjusted rate of interest as determined under IC 6-8.1-10-1 payable from the date that payment of the amount was due.

(e) A person who fails to pay a civil penalty within the time specified in subsection (b) is liable for the reasonable documented out-of-pocket expenses incurred in pursuing collection efforts.

(f) The commission shall collect the following:

(1) Civil penalties imposed by a court.

(2) Late penalties imposed under this section.

(3) Interest imposed under this section.

(4) Reasonable documented out-of-pocket expenses incurred in pursuing collection efforts.

(g) Late penalties and interest imposed under this section shall be deposited in the Richard D. Doyle tobacco education and enforcement fund established by section 6 of this chapter.

As added by P.L.204-2001, SEC.58. Amended by P.L.252-2003, SEC.6; P.L.163-2025, SEC.55.
Ind. Code § 7.1-7-4-7 — Indiana Code / Title 7.1 / Article 7 / Chapter 4 / Section 7.1-7-4-7
Copy of application to state police department; criminal history background checks; issuance of permits; reasons for denial
Status: in_force

Sec. 7. (a) On receipt of a completed permit application, the commission shall forward a copy of the application to the state police department.

(b) The state police department shall perform a state or national criminal history background check of the applicant and return the application to the commission along with the state police department's findings from the state or national background check. The commission is responsible for the cost of a state or national criminal history background check conducted under this article.

(c) The commission shall review the permit application after it is returned from the state police department under subsection (b). The commission shall grant or deny a completed application for a permit within sixty (60) days of receipt of the application. If the commission determines that:

(1) all the requirements under this article have been met; and

(2) the applicant has not been convicted within ten (10) years before the date of application of:

(A) a federal crime having a sentence of at least one (1) year;

(B) an Indiana Class A, Class B, or Class C felony (for a crime committed before July 1, 2014) or a Level 1, Level 2, Level 3, Level 4, or Level 5 felony (for a crime committed after June 30, 2014); or

(C) a crime in a state other than Indiana having a penalty equal to the penalty for an Indiana Class A, Class B, or Class C felony (for a crime committed before July 1, 2014) or a Level 1, Level 2, Level 3, Level 4, or Level 5 felony (for a crime committed after June 30, 2014);

(D) an Indiana Class D felony involving a controlled substance under IC 35-48-4 (for a crime committed before July 1, 2014) or a Level 6 felony involving a controlled substance under IC 35-48-4 (for a crime committed after June 30, 2014); or

(E) a crime in a state other than Indiana similar to a Class D felony involving a controlled substance under IC 35-48-4 (for a crime committed before July 1, 2014) or a Level 6 felony involving a controlled substance under IC 35-48-4 (for a crime committed after June 30, 2014).

the commission shall approve the application for issuance of the permit.

(d) If the completed application for a permit is denied, the commission must state the reasons for the denial. If a completed application is denied under this section, the applicant may reapply within thirty (30) days after the date of the denial. There is no application fee for a reapplication under this subsection.

As added by P.L.176-2015, SEC.9. Amended by P.L.206-2017, SEC.27.
Ind. Code § 7.1-2-7-8 — Indiana Code / Title 7.1 / Article 2 / Chapter 7 / Section 7.1-2-7-8
Findings
Status: in_force

Sec. 8. Findings. The commission, at the conclusion of the hearing and within ten (10) days after it, shall make and enter its findings and decision vacating, modifying, or affirming its order. These findings and decision shall be final and conclusive as to all matters contained in them. The order of the commission shall be and remain in full force unless the commission, for good reason and by appropriate entry, rescinds it, or suspends its effective date.

[Pre-1973 Recodification Citation: 7-1-3-4.]

Formerly: Acts 1973, P.L.55, SEC.1.
Ind. Code § 7.1-3-6.2-4 — Indiana Code / Title 7.1 / Article 3 / Chapter 6.2 / Section 7.1-3-6.2-4
Auction proceeds
Status: in_force

Sec. 4. All sale proceeds of each auctioned alcoholic beverage must be used to support the institutional activities of the qualified organization.

As added by P.L.153-2015, SEC.7.
Ind. Code § 7.1-3-1-28 — Indiana Code / Title 7.1 / Article 3 / Chapter 1 / Section 7.1-3-1-28
Posting notice of application
Status: in_force

Sec. 28. (a) This section applies to the initial issuance, transfer of location, or transfer of ownership of the following:

(1) Any form of retailer's permit issued under this title.

(2) Any form of dealer's permit issued under this title.

(b) To qualify for approval of an application, an applicant must show proof to the commission that the applicant has provided notice concerning the application in conformity with this section.

(c) Except as provided in subsection (d), the applicant shall post a sign for the period, in the location, and in the form specified in the rules adopted by the commission to indicate to the public that the applicant is seeking the issuance of a retailer's or dealer's permit. The rules adopted by the commission must require that:

(1) the wording on the sign be in a sufficiently large type size; and

(2) the sign be posted in a sufficient manner in a window or another area;

so that the sign is visible from the largest public thoroughfare or the nearest public thoroughfare in the vicinity of the applicant's location. The commission may require an applicant to use a sign prepared by the commission. The commission may charge a fee for a sign prepared by the commission that does not exceed the cost of the sign.

(d) This subsection applies to a county having a consolidated city. If the application is for a permit other than a liquor dealer's permit, the applicant may:

(1) post notice of the application as set forth in subsection (c); or

(2) mail notice in accordance with:

(A) section 5.5 of this chapter if the application is for a new permit or transfer of a permit; or

(B) section 5.6 of this chapter if the application is for renewal of a permit.

As added by P.L.204-2001, SEC.26.
Ind. Code § 7.1-5-2-2 — Indiana Code / Title 7.1 / Article 5 / Chapter 2 / Section 7.1-5-2-2
Repealed
Status: repealed

[Pre-1973 Recodification Citation: 7-1-1-33(h).]

Formerly: Acts 1973, P.L.55, SEC.1. As amended by P.L.78-1986, SEC.7. Repealed by P.L.159-2014, SEC.22.
Ind. Code § 7.1-3-1.5-1.2 — Indiana Code / Title 7.1 / Article 3 / Chapter 1.5 / Section 7.1-3-1.5-1.2
"Applicant"
Status: in_force

Sec. 1.2. As used in this chapter, "applicant" means a person who applies for a trainer certificate under this chapter to train:

(1) alcohol servers; and

(2) individuals who plan to become certified trainers;

on the selling, serving, and consumption of alcoholic beverages.

As added by P.L.165-2006, SEC.5.
Ind. Code § 7.1-3-2-4 — Indiana Code / Title 7.1 / Article 3 / Chapter 2 / Section 7.1-3-2-4
Out-of-state brewer; qualifications
Status: in_force

Sec. 4. A brewer or other person located outside Indiana who is desirous of selling beer or flavored malt beverage to an Indiana permittee for importation into and resale in Indiana, in order to qualify under this title, shall file with the commission a surety bond in a penal sum equal to its average monthly excise tax liability for the previous year, payable to the state of Indiana and conditioned on the principal's faithful performance and discharge in its agreement with the commission as provided in section 5 of this chapter. The bond and agreement, unless suspended or revoked, shall be renewable annually.

[Pre-1973 Recodification Citation: 7-2-2-2.]

Formerly: Acts 1973, P.L.55, SEC.1. As amended by P.L.58-1984, SEC.2; P.L.72-1996, SEC.2.
Ind. Code § 7.1-3-1.6-6 — Indiana Code / Title 7.1 / Article 3 / Chapter 1.6 / Section 7.1-3-1.6-6
Server program requirements
Status: in_force

Sec. 6. A server program under this chapter must meet the following requirements:

(1) Be one (1) or both of the following:

(A) A nationally recognized program that is approved by the commission.

(B) A program developed by and offered through the commission.

(2) Require verification of a participant's identity. In the case of an online course, verification may be through the use of a username and password, or by any other equally effective means.

(3) Provide a test consisting of at least forty (40) questions.

(4) Require a grade of at least seventy-five percent (75%) on the test to pass the course and receive a server certificate.

(5) Require completion of the course before a test may be taken.

(6) Provide participants with access to an individual with a trainer certificate to answer questions about the course content.

(7) Randomly generate combinations of test questions on a regularly scheduled basis.

(8) Use scenario-based training to enhance decision making.

(9) Comply with the requirements of IC 7.1-3-1.5-6(b).

(10) Comply with any other requirements of the commission.

As added by P.L.269-2013, SEC.5.
Ind. Code § 7.1-3-2-8 — Indiana Code / Title 7.1 / Article 3 / Chapter 2 / Section 7.1-3-2-8
Transportation of beer
Status: in_force

Sec. 8. Transportation of Beer. The transportation of beer to a county within this state shall be only in barrel or keg containers, or in bottles, or in other containers permissible under the rules and regulations of the commission. A brewer may ship beer to points outside this state in any convenient container.

[Pre-1973 Recodification Citation: 7-1-1-9.]

Formerly: Acts 1973, P.L.55, SEC.1.
Ind. Code § 7.1-1-3-10 — Indiana Code / Title 7.1 / Article 1 / Chapter 3 / Section 7.1-1-3-10
"Club"
Status: in_force

Sec. 10. The term "club" means an association or corporation which meets the requirements provided in IC 7.1-3-20-1.

[Pre-1973 Recodification Citation: 7-1-1-3(c).]

Formerly: Acts 1973, P.L.55, SEC.1. As amended by P.L.86-2018, SEC.84.
Ind. Code § 7.1-5-10-22 — Indiana Code / Title 7.1 / Article 5 / Chapter 10 / Section 7.1-5-10-22
Unlawful sale of flavored malt beverage
Status: in_force

Sec. 22. (a) It is unlawful for a retailer or dealer to sell a flavored malt beverage except under the same conditions that a retailer or dealer is permitted to sell beer or other alcoholic beverages obtained by the fermentation of an infusion or decoction of barley malt or other cereal and hops in water.

(b) A person who knowingly or intentionally violates this section commits a Class B misdemeanor.

As added by P.L.72-1996, SEC.24. Amended by P.L.159-2014, SEC.85.
Ind. Code § 7.1-1-1-1 — Indiana Code / Title 7.1 / Article 1 / Chapter 1 / Section 7.1-1-1-1
General purposes
Status: in_force

Sec. 1. The following are the general purposes of this title:

(1) To protect the economic welfare, health, peace, and morals of the people of this state.

(2) To regulate and limit the manufacture, sale, possession, and use of alcohol and alcoholic beverages.

(3) To regulate the sale, possession, and distribution of tobacco products.

(4) To provide for the raising of revenue.

[Pre-1973 Recodification Citations: 7-1-1-1; 7-1-1-2.]

Formerly: Acts 1973, P.L.55, SEC.1. As amended by P.L.250-2003, SEC.1.
Ind. Code § 7.1-3-14-6 — Indiana Code / Title 7.1 / Article 3 / Chapter 14 / Section 7.1-3-14-6
Issuance to proprietor of race track having beer retailer permit
Status: in_force

Sec. 6. (a) The commission may issue a wine retailer permit, either inside or outside corporate limits, to a person who holds a beer retailer permit under IC 7.1-3-6-16 and who is the proprietor of a race track that:

(1) meets the specifications of rules adopted by the commission; and

(2) is sanctioned by a nationally chartered and recognized racing organization.

(b) The scope of a permit issued under this section, including the times during which beer may be sold, shall be set by rules adopted by the commission.

(c) A permit issued under this section is exempt from IC 7.1-3-21-1 and IC 7.1-3-22-3. The permit is not transferable for ownership or location.

As added by P.L.106-1995, SEC.10.
Ind. Code § 7.1-3-11-2 — Indiana Code / Title 7.1 / Article 3 / Chapter 11 / Section 7.1-3-11-2
Scope of permit
Status: in_force

Sec. 2. Scope of Permit. The restrictions, limitations, and provisions governing the sale of beer under a dining car beer permit shall apply to the possession, transportation, sale, delivery and service of liquor under a dining car liquor permit.

[Pre-1973 Recodification Citation: 7-1-1-21.]

Formerly: Acts 1973, P.L.55, SEC.1.
Ind. Code § 7.1-3-1-25 — Indiana Code / Title 7.1 / Article 3 / Chapter 1 / Section 7.1-3-1-25
Authorization to permit the sale of alcoholic beverages at certain public facilities
Status: in_force

Sec. 25. (a) A county, city, town, or township that by itself or in combination with any other body of a county, city, town, or township acquires by ownership or by lease any stadium, exhibition hall, auditorium, theater, convention center, civic center, or park or public recreation area with a permanent event or entertainment space may permit the retail sale of alcoholic beverages upon the premises if:

(1) the governing board of the facility; or

(2) a person that has an agreement with the governing board of the facility to act as concessionaire for the permitted premises;

first applies for and secures the necessary permits as required by this title.

(b) A:

(1) county or township; or

(2) person that has an agreement with the county or township to act as concessionaire for the permitted premises;

may be issued a permit for the retail sale of alcoholic beverages on the premises of any community center, including a clubhouse, pavilion, or social center that is located within a public park or operated by the township.

(c) A county, city, town, or township that owns a golf course may permit the retail sale of alcoholic beverages upon the premises of the golf course if:

(1) the governing board of the golf course; or

(2) a person that has an agreement with the governing board of the golf course to act as concessionaire for the golf course;

first applies for and secures the necessary permits required by this title.

(d) A:

(1) county, city, town, or township that owns a marina; or

(2) person that has an agreement with the county, city, town, or township to act as concessionaire for the marina;

may be issued a permit for the retail sale of alcoholic beverages on the premises of the marina. The permit may include the carryout sale of alcoholic beverages in accordance with IC 7.1-3-4-6(c), IC 7.1-3-9-9(c), IC 7.1-3-14-4(c), and 905 IAC 1-29 but may not include at-home delivery of alcoholic beverages. However, the county, city, town, or township, or a person that has an agreement with the county, city, town, or township to act as concessionaire for the permitted premises, must apply for and secure the necessary permits that this title requires.

(e) Notwithstanding subsection (a), the commission may issue a civic center permit to a person that:

(1) by the person's self or in combination with another person is the proprietor, as owner or lessee, of an entertainment complex; or

(2) has an agreement with a person described in subdivision (1) to act as a concessionaire for the entertainment complex for the full period for which the permit is to be issued.

[Pre-Local Government Recodification Citation: 19-7-38-1.]

As added by Acts 1980, P.L.8, SEC.64. Amended by Acts 1982, P.L.1, SEC.22; P.L.100-1983, SEC.1; P.L.57-1984, SEC.4; P.L.85-1985, SEC.4; P.L.112-1987, SEC.3; P.L.103-1989, SEC.1; P.L.12-1992, SEC.55; P.L.87-1993, SEC.1; P.L.71-1996, SEC.3; P.L.71-1997, SEC.1; P.L.205-1999, SEC.12; P.L.136-2000, SEC.2; P.L.170-2002, SEC.54; P.L.165-2006, SEC.4; P.L.119-2012, SEC.79; P.L.285-2019, SEC.14; P.L.145-2024, SEC.4; P.L.163-2025, SEC.10.
Ind. Code § 7.1-3-1.5-4.6 — Indiana Code / Title 7.1 / Article 3 / Chapter 1.5 / Section 7.1-3-1.5-4.6
Trainer certificate; requirements
Status: in_force

Sec. 4.6. Except as provided in section 10 of this chapter, the commission shall issue a trainer certificate to an applicant who:

(1) files the application and pays the fees established by the commission under section 5 of this chapter;

(2) completes a program established or approved under section 5.5 of this chapter; and

(3) meets the requirements under this chapter and rules adopted by the commission.

As added by P.L.165-2006, SEC.9. Amended by P.L.94-2008, SEC.16; P.L.269-2013, SEC.1.
Ind. Code § 7.1-4-3-5 — Indiana Code / Title 7.1 / Article 4 / Chapter 3 / Section 7.1-4-3-5
Transactions exempt from tax
Status: in_force

Sec. 5. The liquor excise tax shall not apply to the following transactions:

(1) The sale for delivery outside this state, or the withdrawal for sale for delivery outside this state, of liquor and wine that contains more than twenty-one percent (21%) of absolute alcohol reckoned by volume.

(2) The sale or withdrawal for sale of wine to a pastor, rabbi, or priest for sacramental or religious purposes only.

[Pre-1973 Recodification Citation: 7-1-1-41(b).]

Formerly: Acts 1973, P.L.55, SEC.1. As amended by P.L.128-2026, SEC.85.
Ind. Code § 7.1-2-3-16 — Indiana Code / Title 7.1 / Article 2 / Chapter 3 / Section 7.1-2-3-16
Regulation of advertising
Status: in_force

Sec. 16. (a) The commission shall have the power to regulate and prohibit advertising, signs, displays, posters, and designs intended to advertise an alcoholic beverage or the place where alcoholic beverages are sold.

(b) The commission shall not exercise the prohibition power contained in subsection (a), as to any advertisement appearing in a newspaper which:

(1) is published at least once a week;

(2) regularly publishes information of current news interest to the community; and

(3) circulates generally to the public in any part of this state, regardless of where printed.

However, a newspaper shall not include publications devoted to special interests such as labor, religious, fraternal, society, or trade publications or journals, or publications owned or issued by political organizations or parties.

(c) The commission shall not exercise the prohibition power contained in subsection (a) as to any advertisement broadcast over duly licensed radio and television stations.

(d) All advertisements relating to alcoholic beverages, whether published in a newspaper or broadcast over radio or television, shall conform to the rules and regulations of the commission.

(e) The commission shall not exercise the prohibition power contained in subsection (a) as to advertising in the official program of the Indianapolis 500 Race or the Madison Regatta, Inc., Hydroplane Race.

(f) Notwithstanding any other law, the commission may not prohibit the use of an illuminated sign advertising alcoholic beverages by brand name that is displayed within the interior or on the exterior of the premises covered by the permit, regardless of whether the sign is illuminated constantly or intermittently. However, it is unlawful for a primary source of supply or a wholesaler of alcoholic beverages to sell, give, supply, furnish, or grant to, or maintain for a retail or dealer permittee an illuminated advertising sign in a manner that violates the trade practice restrictions of the commission or this title. It is unlawful for a retail or dealer permittee to receive, accept, display, or permit to be displayed, an illuminated advertising sign sold, given, supplied, furnished, granted, or maintained in violation of this subsection. Unless otherwise stated, when a recipient receives an illuminated sign, the illuminated sign becomes the property and responsibility of the recipient.

(g) The commission may not prohibit the advertisement of:

(1) alcoholic beverages; or

(2) a place where alcoholic beverages may be obtained;

in a program, scorecard, handbill, throw-away newspaper, or menu; however, those advertisements must conform to the rules of the commission.

[Pre-1973 Recodification Citation: 7-1-1-5(12).]

Formerly: Acts 1973, P.L.55, SEC.1; Acts 1973, P.L.57, SEC.1; Acts 1975, P.L.70, SEC.1. As amended by P.L.98-1983, SEC.1; P.L.57-1984, SEC.2; P.L.165-2006, SEC.2.
Ind. Code § 7.1-5-5-11 — Indiana Code / Title 7.1 / Article 5 / Chapter 5 / Section 7.1-5-5-11
Gifts to another permittee
Status: in_force

Sec. 11. (a) Except as provided in subsections (c), (d), (e), and (f), it is unlawful for a manufacturer of alcoholic beverages or a permittee authorized to sell and deliver alcoholic beverages to:

(1) give to another permittee who purchases alcoholic beverages from the manufacturer or permittee a gift; or

(2) except as provided in IC 7.1-3-2-9 and IC 7.1-3-3-5(f), have a business dealing with the other permittee.

(b) This section does not apply to the sale and delivery and collection of the sale price of an alcoholic beverage in the ordinary course of business.

(c) If the promotional program is approved under the rules adopted by the commission and is conducted in all wholesaler establishments through which the manufacturer distributes alcoholic beverages in Indiana, a manufacturer of alcoholic beverages may award bona fide promotional prizes and awards to any of the following:

(1) A person with a wholesaler's permit issued under IC 7.1-3.

(2) An employee of a person with a wholesaler's permit issued under IC 7.1-3.

(d) A manufacturer may offer on a nondiscriminatory basis bona fide incentives to wholesalers when the incentives are determined based on sales to retailers or dealers occurring during specified times for specified products. The incentive may be conditioned on the wholesaler selling a:

(1) specified product at a specified price or less than a specified price; or

(2) minimum quantity of a specified product to a single customer in a single transaction.

The incentive may not be conditioned on a wholesaler having total sales of a minimum quantity of a specified product during the applicable period.

(e) A manufacturer or a permittee authorized to sell and deliver alcoholic beverages may provide entertainment and professional and educational expenses to another permittee, unless the entertainment or professional and educational expenses are provided in exchange for an agreement to directly or indirectly purchase alcoholic beverages from a:

(1) manufacturer; or

(2) permittee authorized to sell and deliver alcoholic beverages;

to the exclusion, in whole or in part, of alcoholic beverages sold or delivered by another manufacturer or a permittee authorized to sell and deliver alcoholic beverages.

(f) As used in this subsection, "permittee" means a person listed in IC 7.1-3-6.1-5(1). A qualified organization that is a permittee may receive or accept donations of alcoholic beverages from a permittee for any event conducted by the qualified organization in compliance with:

(1) IC 7.1-3-6.1;

(2) IC 7.1-3-6.2; or

(3) IC 7.1-3-6.3.

(g) A person who knowingly or intentionally violates this section commits a Class A misdemeanor.

[Pre-1973 Recodification Citation: 7-1-1-33(r).]

Formerly: Acts 1973, P.L.55, SEC.1. As amended by P.L.32-1988, SEC.5; P.L.72-1997, SEC.3; P.L.224-2005, SEC.32; P.L.159-2014, SEC.40; P.L.270-2017, SEC.18; P.L.163-2025, SEC.45.
Ind. Code § 7.1-2-5-16 — Indiana Code / Title 7.1 / Article 2 / Chapter 5 / Section 7.1-2-5-16
Rights of lien holders
Status: reserved

Sec. 16. A lien holder, by intervention at a hearing as provided in section 14 or 15 of this chapter or in another proceeding brought for that purpose, at any time before the sale of property ordered sold, may have the lien holder's lien determined and the lien holder's priority fixed. Liens determined under this section shall be transferred to and attached to the proceeds of the sale of the property.

[Pre-1973 Recodification Citation: 7-1-1-40.]

Formerly: Acts 1973, P.L.55, SEC.1. As amended by P.L.86-2018, SEC.98.
Ind. Code § 7.1-3-15-1 — Indiana Code / Title 7.1 / Article 3 / Chapter 15 / Section 7.1-3-15-1
Application
Status: in_force

Sec. 1. Application. The commission may issue a wine dealer's permit to a person who desires to sell wine or flavored malt beverages for consumption off the licensed premises.

[Pre-1973 Recodification Citation: 7-1-1-25.]

Formerly: Acts 1973, P.L.55, SEC.1. As amended by P.L.72-1996, SEC.11.
Ind. Code § 7.1-4-4.1-7 — Indiana Code / Title 7.1 / Article 4 / Chapter 4.1 / Section 7.1-4-4.1-7
Letter of extension fees
Status: in_force

Sec. 7. The fee for:

(1) a letter of extension; and

(2) each renewal of a letter of extension;

is two hundred dollars ($200) if the need for the letter of extension, or renewal, is occasioned by the act or omission of the permittee. The commission shall waive the fee for a letter of extension, and a renewal, if the need for the letter of extension, or renewal, is occasioned by the act or omission of the commission, a local board, or a third party unrelated to the permittee involved and not employed by the permittee or under the control of the permittee. From each fee collected under this section, fifty dollars ($50) shall be deposited in the state general fund, and the remainder shall be deposited in the enforcement and administration fund under IC 7.1-4-10.

As added by P.L.204-2001, SEC.43. Amended by P.L.285-2019, SEC.51.
Ind. Code § 7.1-3-21-5.6 — Indiana Code / Title 7.1 / Article 3 / Chapter 21 / Section 7.1-3-21-5.6
Repealed
Status: repealed

As added by P.L.133-2016, SEC.8; P.L.214-2016, SEC.27. Repealed by P.L.194-2021, SEC.53.
Ind. Code § 7.1-3-30-4 — Indiana Code / Title 7.1 / Article 3 / Chapter 30 / Section 7.1-3-30-4
Participation in trade show, exposition, or event
Status: in_force

Sec. 4. The commission may issue a hospitality permit only to allow a craft manufacturer to participate in:

(1) a convention;

(2) a trade show;

(3) an exposition; or

(4) an event similar to one (1) or more of the events described in subdivisions (1) through (3);

on the licensed premises of a host permittee.

As added by P.L.121-2022, SEC.3.
Ind. Code § 7.1-3-1.6-3 — Indiana Code / Title 7.1 / Article 3 / Chapter 1.6 / Section 7.1-3-1.6-3
"Participant"
Status: in_force

Sec. 3. As used in this chapter, "participant" means a person who participates in an alcohol server program.

As added by P.L.269-2013, SEC.5.
Ind. Code § 7.1-3-20-4 — Indiana Code / Title 7.1 / Article 3 / Chapter 20 / Section 7.1-3-20-4
Clubs outside corporate limits; exception
Status: reserved

Sec. 4. Clubs Outside Corporate Limits: Exception. A club which has been in continuous existence for at least three (3) years and which has been formed for social, athletic, or outdoor exercise purposes, and which has been well known during that period of time and which either through the financial records which it has preserved or through the financial or other institutions with which it has dealt, can show that it has been in continuous active operation for the three (3) year period, and which has acquired by lease or ownership or other kind of substantial control an establishment outside the corporate limits of a city or town and which is of such respectability and probable permanence as to warrant the issuance of an appropriate permit, may be eligible, although it does not have the necessary qualifications, other than those contained in this section, to be granted a retailer's permit at the establishment.

[Pre-1973 Recodification Citation: 7-1-1-3(c).]

Formerly: Acts 1973, P.L.55, SEC.1.
Ind. Code § 7.1-3-1-26 — Indiana Code / Title 7.1 / Article 3 / Chapter 1 / Section 7.1-3-1-26
Sales among collectors
Status: in_force

Sec. 26. No permit is required for the sale, purchase, or gift by a collector to another collector of a container that is:

(1) a ceramic commemorative bottle; or

(2) a uniquely designed decanter.

An unbroken federal tax stamp must be on the container at the time of the sale, purchase, or gift.

As added by P.L.57-1984, SEC.5.
Ind. Code § 7.1-3-27-2 — Indiana Code / Title 7.1 / Article 3 / Chapter 27 / Section 7.1-3-27-2
Issuance of permit
Status: in_force

Sec. 2. The commission may issue an artisan distiller's permit as provided in this chapter to a person who desires to commercially manufacture liquor.

As added by P.L.109-2013, SEC.6.
Ind. Code § 7.1-4-7-8 — Indiana Code / Title 7.1 / Article 4 / Chapter 7 / Section 7.1-4-7-8
Basis of allocation to cities and towns
Status: in_force

Sec. 8. The sum set aside in accordance with the provisions of section 7 of this chapter shall be allocated to a city or town upon the basis that the population of that city or town bears to the total population of all cities and towns of this state.

[Pre-1973 Recodification Citation: 7-4-2-2.]

Formerly: Acts 1973, P.L.55, SEC.1. As amended by P.L.86-2018, SEC.134.
Ind. Code § 7.1-3-1-6.5 — Indiana Code / Title 7.1 / Article 3 / Chapter 1 / Section 7.1-3-1-6.5
Repealed
Status: repealed

As added by P.L.112-1987, SEC.1. Repealed by P.L.52-1994, SEC.7.
Ind. Code § 7.1-3-23-12 — Indiana Code / Title 7.1 / Article 3 / Chapter 23 / Section 7.1-3-23-12
Cessation of qualifications
Status: in_force

Sec. 12. Cessation of Qualifications. The commission may revoke the permit of a permittee if he at any time ceases to possess any of the qualifications, including the alteration or cessation of the particular business or type of business then engaged in, which qualifies him to hold that permit, required for the issuance of that particular type of permit under this title.

[Pre-1973 Recodification Citation: 7-1-1-8(5).]

Formerly: Acts 1973, P.L.55, SEC.1.
Ind. Code § 7.1-4-13-8 — Indiana Code / Title 7.1 / Article 4 / Chapter 13 / Section 7.1-4-13-8
Wine grape market development council; creation; membership
Status: in_force

Sec. 8. (a) The wine grape market development council is created.

(b) The council shall have an odd number of members, but not less than seven (7) nor more than fifteen (15) members. The following are the members of the council:

(1) The director or the director's designee.

(2) The chairman of the horticulture department at Purdue University or chairman's designee.

(3) The chairman of the food science department at Purdue University or the chairman's designee.

(4) Other members that the director shall appoint.

(c) A majority of the members of the council must be wine grape growers or processors of wine grape products.

As added by P.L.102-1989, SEC.6.
Ind. Code § 7.1-3-13-5 — Indiana Code / Title 7.1 / Article 3 / Chapter 13 / Section 7.1-3-13-5
Persons eligible for permits
Status: in_force

Sec. 5. Persons Eligible for Permits. The commission shall not issue a wine bottler's permit to a person who is the holder of wine wholesaler's permit, a beer wholesaler's permit, or a liquor wholesaler's permit. A person shall be eligible to hold additional wine bottler's permits upon payment of the proper additional annual license fees.

[Pre-1973 Recodification Citation: 7-1-1-23.]

Formerly: Acts 1973, P.L.55, SEC.1.
Ind. Code § 7.1-5-3-3 — Indiana Code / Title 7.1 / Article 5 / Chapter 3 / Section 7.1-5-3-3
Repealed
Status: repealed

[Pre-1973 Recodification Citation: 7-1-1-33(g).]

Formerly: Acts 1973, P.L.55, SEC.1. Repealed by P.L.63-1990, SEC.1.
Ind. Code § 7.1-3-11-3 — Indiana Code / Title 7.1 / Article 3 / Chapter 11 / Section 7.1-3-11-3
Display of permit
Status: in_force

Sec. 3. Display of Permit. The original dining car liquor permit shall be kept displayed at the main Indiana office of the corporation. A certificate of an officer or agent of the permittee stating that a dining car liquor permit is in full force and effect for the car, or words to that effect, shall be kept displayed in each licensed dining and buffet car.

[Pre-1973 Recodification Citation: 7-1-1-21.]

Formerly: Acts 1973, P.L.55, SEC.1.
Ind. Code § 7.1-4-4.1-18 — Indiana Code / Title 7.1 / Article 4 / Chapter 4.1 / Section 7.1-4-4.1-18
Duplicate or reissued permit fee
Status: in_force

Sec. 18. The fee for a duplicate or reissued permit of any type is ten dollars ($10). The fees collected under this section shall be deposited in the enforcement and administration fund under IC 7.1-4-10.

As added by P.L.250-2003, SEC.15.
Ind. Code § 7.1-3-6-14 — Indiana Code / Title 7.1 / Article 3 / Chapter 6 / Section 7.1-3-6-14
Scope of permit
Status: in_force

Sec. 14. (a) Except as provided in subsection (b), the holder of a boat beer permit may purchase beer, possess it, and sell it at retail for consumption only in the dining room of the boat described in the application. The permit holder may sell beer only in the course of a run and only one (1) hour before the boat embarks on the run.

(b) This subsection applies only to the holder of a boat beer permit who operates a jumbo boat. Subject to the approval of the local board of each county where the jumbo boat docks, the holder of a boat beer permit may purchase beer, possess it, sell it at retail for consumption on the jumbo boat described in the application, and sell it for carryout. The permit holder may sell beer during the time periods specified under IC 7.1-3-1-14.

[Pre-1973 Recodification Citation: 7-1-1-15.]

Formerly: Acts 1973, P.L.55, SEC.1. As amended by P.L.77-1988, SEC.2; P.L.285-2019, SEC.22; P.L.194-2021, SEC.35.
Ind. Code § 7.1-4-4.1-13 — Indiana Code / Title 7.1 / Article 4 / Chapter 4.1 / Section 7.1-4-4.1-13
Wholesaler's permit fees
Status: in_force

Sec. 13. (a) This section applies to the following permits:

(1) Beer wholesaler's permit.

(2) Liquor wholesaler's permit.

(3) Wine wholesaler's permit.

(b) Except as provided in subsection (c), a permit fee of two thousand dollars ($2,000) is annually imposed for the issuance of each of the permits described in subsection (a).

(c) A permit fee of one hundred dollars ($100) is annually imposed for the issuance of a wine wholesaler's permit to a permit applicant who:

(1) has never previously held a wine wholesaler's permit and anticipates selling less than twelve thousand (12,000) gallons of wine and brandy in a year; or

(2) previously held a wine wholesaler's permit and certifies to the commission that the permit applicant sold less than twelve thousand (12,000) gallons of wine and brandy in the previous year.

As added by P.L.204-2001, SEC.43. Amended by P.L.165-2006, SEC.35; P.L.285-2019, SEC.54.
Ind. Code § 7.1-3-23-19 — Indiana Code / Title 7.1 / Article 3 / Chapter 23 / Section 7.1-3-23-19
Revocation for allowing minor on premises
Status: in_force

Sec. 19. The commission shall revoke the permit of a person who violates a provision of IC 7.1-5-7-14, and that person shall be ineligible to obtain another permit thereafter.

[Pre-1973 Recodification Citation: 7-2-1-9(e).]

Formerly: Acts 1973, P.L.55, SEC.1. As amended by P.L.86-2018, SEC.122.
Ind. Code § 7.1-5-10-19 — Indiana Code / Title 7.1 / Article 5 / Chapter 10 / Section 7.1-5-10-19
Repealed
Status: repealed

[Pre-1973 Recodification Citation: 7-1-1-15.]

Formerly: Acts 1973, P.L.55, SEC.1. Repealed by P.L.159-2014, SEC.83.
Ind. Code § 7.1-5-9-8 — Indiana Code / Title 7.1 / Article 5 / Chapter 9 / Section 7.1-5-9-8
Certain interests prohibited
Status: in_force

Sec. 8. (a) The holder of an artisan distiller's permit, a distiller's permit, or a rectifier's permit may not own, acquire, or possess a permit to sell liquor at wholesale. A distiller or rectifier may not have an interest in the business of a permittee who is authorized to sell beer, liquor, or wine at:

(1) wholesale; or

(2) except as provided in IC 7.1-3-27-6, retail.

(b) A person who knowingly or intentionally violates this section commits a Class B misdemeanor.

[Pre-1973 Recodification Citations: 7-1-1-16; 7-1-1-17.]

Formerly: Acts 1973, P.L.55, SEC.1. As amended by P.L.109-2013, SEC.12; P.L.159-2014, SEC.62; P.L.279-2019, SEC.12.
Ind. Code § 7.1-3-6.5-3 — Indiana Code / Title 7.1 / Article 3 / Chapter 6.5 / Section 7.1-3-6.5-3
Repealed
Status: repealed

As added by P.L.63-2002, SEC.1. Repealed by P.L.163-2025, SEC.25.
Ind. Code § 7.1-5-12-4 — Indiana Code / Title 7.1 / Article 5 / Chapter 12 / Section 7.1-5-12-4
Places smoking is prohibited; duties of employers and person in charge of a place of employment or public place
Status: in_force

Sec. 4. (a) Except as provided in section 5 of this chapter, smoking is prohibited in the following:

(1) A public place.

(2) A place of employment.

(3) A vehicle owned, leased, or operated by the state if the vehicle is being used for a governmental function.

(4) The area within eight (8) feet of a public entrance to:

(A) a public place; or

(B) a place of employment.

(b) An employer shall inform each of the employer's employees and prospective employees of the smoking prohibition applying to the place of employment.

(c) An owner, operator, manager, or official in charge of a public place or place of employment shall remove ashtrays or other smoking paraphernalia from areas of the public place or place of employment where smoking is prohibited under this chapter. However, this subsection does not prohibit the display of ashtrays or other smoking paraphernalia that are intended only for retail sale.

(d) This subsection does not apply to an owner, an operator, a manager, or an official in charge of a public place or place of employment in which smoking is allowed under section 5 of this chapter. An owner, operator, manager, or official in charge of a public place or place of employment shall post conspicuous signs at each public entrance that read "State Law Prohibits Smoking Within 8 Feet of this Entrance" or other similar language.

As added by P.L.141-2012, SEC.2. Amended by P.L.70-2014, SEC.4.
Ind. Code § 7.1-5-3-6 — Indiana Code / Title 7.1 / Article 5 / Chapter 3 / Section 7.1-5-3-6
Mixing of drinks permitted
Status: in_force

Sec. 6. The provisions of this chapter shall not prohibit the following:

(1) Serving a mixed drink from the vessel in which the mixed drink was prepared.

(2) Preparing and placing an alcoholic beverage in a qualified container for carry-out or delivery to a customer on the licensed premises.

However, the liquor used in the preparation of a mixed drink shall be drawn directly from the original container in which the liquor was contained and poured directly into the vessel in which the mixed drink is to be prepared.

[Pre-1973 Recodification Citation: 7-1-1-33(g).]

Formerly: Acts 1973, P.L.55, SEC.1. As amended by P.L.167-2024, SEC.8.
Ind. Code § 7.1-3-1.6-12 — Indiana Code / Title 7.1 / Article 3 / Chapter 1.6 / Section 7.1-3-1.6-12
Server program provider onsite audits
Status: in_force

Sec. 12. A provider of a server program under this chapter must be willing to accept onsite audits by the commission and perform onsite audits as the commission considers necessary. An onsite audit may review the following:

(1) The self-generated program audit described in section 11 of this chapter.

(2) The number of Indiana server certificates that have been issued by the program provider.

(3) The measures taken by the program provider for the protection of test questions.

(4) The procedures of the program provider for scoring tests.

(5) The size of the item bank from which the test questions are taken.

(6) The methodology used to translate the course and test into multiple languages and the qualifications of the individuals performing the translation.

(7) The integrity of the course data generated and stored by the program provider.

(8) The program provider's data handling, reporting, and archiving capacities, policies, and procedures.

(9) The availability and credentials of individuals providing qualified assistance to participants who have questions regarding course content and instructional materials.

(10) The program provider's policies and procedures for addressing participants' questions.

(11) The program provider's procedures to ensure that participants are not discriminated against due to age, sex, race, religion, ethnic origin, disability, or marital status.

As added by P.L.269-2013, SEC.5.
Ind. Code § 7.1-3-23-27 — Indiana Code / Title 7.1 / Article 3 / Chapter 23 / Section 7.1-3-23-27
Revocation for violation of order
Status: in_force

Sec. 27. The commission may revoke the permit of a permittee for the violation of an order entered by it pursuant to IC 7.1-2-7. A revocation under this section may be made after not less than ten (10) days notice to the permittee. The notice shall inform the permittee of the time and place of the hearing to be held in regard to the proposed revocation. The further procedure in regard to a revocation under this section shall be prescribed in the rules and regulations of the commission.

[Pre-1973 Recodification Citation: 7-1-3-5.]

Formerly: Acts 1973, P.L.55, SEC.1. As amended by P.L.86-2018, SEC.126.
Ind. Code § 7.1-4-6-4 — Indiana Code / Title 7.1 / Article 4 / Chapter 6 / Section 7.1-4-6-4
Discount for timely payment
Status: in_force

Sec. 4. The department shall allow a taxpayer a discount of one and one-half percent (1 1/2%) of the amount of excise taxes otherwise due for the accurate reporting and timely remitting of the excise taxes imposed by this title.

[Pre-1973 Recodification Citation: 7-2-1-17(c).]

Formerly: Acts 1973, P.L.55, SEC.1; Acts 1973, P.L.56, SEC.22. As amended by P.L.128-2026, SEC.96.
Ind. Code § 7.1-4-8-1 — Indiana Code / Title 7.1 / Article 4 / Chapter 8 / Section 7.1-4-8-1
Deposit of excise taxes in fund
Status: in_force

Sec. 1. The department shall:

(1) deposit daily with the treasurer of state:

(A) three and three-fourths cents (3 3/4¢) of the beer excise tax rate collected on each gallon of beer or flavored malt beverage;

(B) one dollar and seventeen cents ($1.17) of the liquor excise tax rate collected on each gallon of liquor; and

(C) sixteen cents (16¢) of the wine excise tax rate collected on each gallon of wine; and

(2) not later than the fifth day of the following month, transfer the deposits under subdivision (1) into the state construction fund.

[Pre-1973 Recodification Citation: 7-2-1-17(c).]

Formerly: Acts 1973, P.L.55, SEC.1; Acts 1973, P.L.56, SEC.27. As amended by P.L.72-1996, SEC.19; P.L.213-2015, SEC.95; P.L.108-2019, SEC.144.
Ind. Code § 7.1-3-18.6-6 — Indiana Code / Title 7.1 / Article 3 / Chapter 18.6 / Section 7.1-3-18.6-6
Commission disapproval notification
Status: in_force

Sec. 6. If the commission does not approve the proposed date or location, the commission shall notify the holder by:

(1) electronic mail; or

(2) certified mail, including any service of the United States Postal Service or any service of a designated private delivery service (as defined by the United States Internal Revenue Service) that:

(A) tracks the delivery of mail; and

(B) requires a signature upon delivery.

As added by P.L.123-2025, SEC.1.
Ind. Code § 7.1-1-3-13.7 — Indiana Code / Title 7.1 / Article 1 / Chapter 3 / Section 7.1-1-3-13.7
"Craft manufacturer"
Status: in_force

Sec. 13.7. "Craft manufacturer" means a person that holds a craft manufacturer's permit.

As added by P.L.167-2024, SEC.1.
Ind. Code § 7.1-3-1.1-6 — Indiana Code / Title 7.1 / Article 3 / Chapter 1.1 / Section 7.1-3-1.1-6
Permits subject to quota; restrictions on ownership transfer
Status: in_force

Sec. 6. (a) This section applies to a permit deposited with the commission that:

(1) has never been put into operation by the permit holder; and

(2) is subject to the quota provisions of IC 7.1-3-22.

(b) The commission may not accept an application for transfer of ownership of the permit except upon a showing to the satisfaction of the commission of both of the following:

(1) Exceptional and unusual circumstances that necessitate a transfer of ownership of the permit, including bankruptcy or death of the permit holder.

(2) That the permit holder does not intend to speculatively sell the permit. Evidence of the permit holder's intent may be shown by submitting to the commission documentation showing that the proposed sale price for the permit does not exceed the amount that the permit holder paid the commission or the previous permit holder for the permit.

As added by P.L.285-2019, SEC.15.
Ind. Code § 7.1-3-20-31 — Indiana Code / Title 7.1 / Article 3 / Chapter 20 / Section 7.1-3-20-31
Carryout sales by certain vendor permittees
Status: in_force

Sec. 31. (a) This section applies to the holder of a vendor's permit that owns in whole or in part:

(1) a retailer's permit described in section 30(c) of this chapter; and

(2) one (1) of the following:

(A) A brewer's permit described in IC 7.1-3-2-7(5).

(B) A farm winery permit described in IC 7.1-3-12-3.

(C) An artisan distiller's permit described in IC 7.1-3-27.

(b) The definitions in sections 29 and 30 of this chapter apply to this section.

(c) A holder of a vendor's permit may sell for carryout at the premises for which the retailer's permit was issued:

(1) beer manufactured under the brewer's permit, if the vendor's permit holder has a one-, two-, or three-way retailer's permit;

(2) wine manufactured under the farm winery permit, if the vendor's permit holder has a two- or three-way retailer's permit; or

(3) liquor manufactured under the artisan distiller's permit, if the vendor's permit holder has a three-way retailer's permit.

As added by P.L.194-2021, SEC.48.
Ind. Code § 7.1-7-4-6 — Indiana Code / Title 7.1 / Article 7 / Chapter 4 / Section 7.1-7-4-6
"Tamper evident package"; manufacturing facility requirements
Status: in_force

Sec. 6. (a) As used in this section:

(1) "adulterated" means a product that:

(A) consists in whole or in part of any filthy, putrid, or decomposed substance;

(B) is contaminated by any added poisonous or added deleterious substance that may render the product injurious to health; or

(C) is a foreign adversary product; and

(2) "tamper evident package" means a package having at least one (1) indicator or barrier to entry that, if breached or missing, can reasonably be expected to provide visible evidence to consumers that tampering has occurred.

(b) A manufacturing facility shall comply with the following requirements:

(1) An e-liquid container must use a child proof cap that has the child resistant effectiveness set forth in the federal poison prevention packaging standards, 16 CFR 1700.15(b)(1).

(2) An e-liquid container or e-liquid product must use a tamper evident package. The tamper evident package feature must be designed to and remain intact when handled in a reasonable manner during the manufacture, distribution, and retail display of the e-liquid container or e-liquid product.

(3) The label on an e-liquid container or e-liquid product must meet the nicotine addictiveness warning statement requirements set forth in 21 CFR 1143.3.

(4) The manufacturer, wholesaler, or retailer may not add an adulterated product to any e-liquid or e-liquid product produced for sale in Indiana.

(5) The manufacturer must submit to random site visits by the commission.

(6) The manufacturer may:

(A) own and control both the e-liquid or e-liquid product manufacturing process and the bottling process; or

(B) subcontract with another manufacturer for the performance of the e-liquid or e-liquid product manufacturing service, the bottling services, or both services.

However, both the manufacturer performing a service under clause (B) and the manufacturer for which the service is performed must meet the requirements of this article, including obtaining a permit.

(7) A manufacturer may use a flavoring, as defined by IC 7.1-7-2-12, as an ingredient in an e-liquid or e-liquid product.

(8) The manufacturer or any person listed on the permit application may not have been convicted within ten (10) years before the date of application of:

(A) a federal crime having a sentence of at least one (1) year;

(B) an Indiana Class A, Class B, or Class C felony (for a crime committed before July 1, 2014) or a Level 1, Level 2, Level 3, Level 4, or Level 5 felony (for a crime committed after June 30, 2014);

(C) a crime in a state other than Indiana having a penalty equal to the penalty for an Indiana Class A, Class B, or Class C felony (for a crime committed before July 1, 2014) or a Level 1, Level 2, Level 3, Level 4, or Level 5 felony (for a crime committed after June 30, 2014);

(D) an Indiana Class D felony involving a controlled substance under IC 35-48-4 (for a crime committed before July 1, 2014) or a Level 6 felony involving a controlled substance under IC 35-48-4 (for a crime committed after June 30, 2014); or

(E) a crime in a state other than Indiana similar to a Class D felony involving a controlled substance under IC 35-48-4 (for a crime committed before July 1, 2014) or a Level 6 felony involving a controlled substance under IC 35-48-4 (for a crime committed after June 30, 2014).

As added by P.L.176-2015, SEC.9. Amended by P.L.231-2015, SEC.10; P.L.206-2017, SEC.26; P.L.17-2019, SEC.1; P.L.148-2026, SEC.26.