Ind. Code § 14-33-8-4 — Indiana Code / Title 14 / Article 33 / Chapter 8 / Section 14-33-8-4
Damages; eminent domain
Status: in_force

Sec. 4. If the board of appraisers has the function of determining damages, the board of directors may continue to make settlement directly with the persons who own or have an interest in all or any real property needed by the district. The board of directors also may acquire any needed real property or easement by eminent domain proceedings according to statute.

[Pre-1995 Recodification Citation: 13-3-3-61(d).]

As added by P.L.1-1995, SEC.26.
Ind. Code § 14-8-2-3.2 — Indiana Code / Title 14 / Article 8 / Chapter 2 / Section 14-8-2-3.2
"Affidavit"
Status: in_force

Sec. 3.2. "Affidavit", for the purposes of IC 14-25.5, has the meaning set forth in IC 14-25.5-1-1.5.

As added by P.L.9-2024, SEC.348.
Ind. Code § 14-8-2-179.8 — Indiana Code / Title 14 / Article 8 / Chapter 2 / Section 14-8-2-179.8
"Nonmotorized watercraft"
Status: in_force

Sec. 179.8. "Nonmotorized watercraft", for the purposes of IC 14-33-24-9, has the meaning set forth in IC 14-33-24-9(a).

As added by P.L.148-2020, SEC.4.
Ind. Code § 14-8-2-139 — Indiana Code / Title 14 / Article 8 / Chapter 2 / Section 14-8-2-139
"Lake owner"
Status: in_force

Sec. 139. "Lake owner", for purposes of IC 14-25-5, has the meaning set forth in IC 14-25-5-4.

[Pre-1995 Recodification Citation: 13-2-2.6-6.]

As added by P.L.1-1995, SEC.1.
Ind. Code § 14-39-0.6-11 — Indiana Code / Title 14 / Article 39 / Chapter 0.6 / Section 14-39-0.6-11
"Carbon sequestration project"
Status: in_force

Sec. 11. (a) "Carbon sequestration project" refers to the long term geologic sequestration of a:

(1) gaseous;

(2) liquid; or

(3) supercritical;

carbon dioxide stream in a subsurface geologic formation that requires a UIC Class VI permit.

(b) The term does not apply to carbon dioxide capture or transport.

(c) The term includes the following:

(1) The subsurface three-dimensional extent of the carbon dioxide plume.

(2) The subsurface three-dimensional associated area of elevated pressure.

(3) The subsurface three-dimensional displaced fluids.

(4) The surface area above the delineated region described in subdivisions (1) through (3).

As added by P.L.161-2026, SEC.39.
Ind. Code § 14-8-2-253 — Indiana Code / Title 14 / Article 8 / Chapter 2 / Section 14-8-2-253
"Sewerage system"
Status: in_force

Sec. 253. "Sewerage system", for purposes of IC 14-33-22, has the meaning set forth in IC 14-33-22-3.

[Pre-1995 Recodification Citation: 13-3-6-2(b) part.]

As added by P.L.1-1995, SEC.1.
Ind. Code § 14-30.5-1-10 — Indiana Code / Title 14 / Article 30.5 / Chapter 1 / Section 14-30.5-1-10
"Watershed"
Status: in_force

Sec. 10. "Watershed" means the area of land from which water naturally drains into a particular surface water outlet.

As added by P.L.251-2023, SEC.13.
Ind. Code § 14-23-6-2 — Indiana Code / Title 14 / Article 23 / Chapter 6 / Section 14-23-6-2
Duties of state forester
Status: in_force

Sec. 2. The state forester shall do the following:

(1) Direct the Indiana volunteer forest firefighters service.

(2) Recommend to the commission rules for the service.

(3) Provide education and training for the service.

(4) Use the service in times of emergency due to fire.

[Pre-1995 Recodification Citation: 14-5-6-2.]

As added by P.L.1-1995, SEC.16.
Ind. Code § 14-22-9-2 — Indiana Code / Title 14 / Article 22 / Chapter 9 / Section 14-22-9-2
Ice fishing
Status: in_force

Sec. 2. (a) A person may not:

(1) ice fish; or

(2) attempt to ice fish;

in water of the state through a hole greater than twelve (12) inches in diameter.

(b) A house, shanty, or fully enclosed structure used in ice fishing must have the name and address of the owner clearly painted or otherwise indicated on the outside of the door of the structure. The door of the structure must be equipped with a latch of a nature that can be opened from the outside as well as from the inside. The structure may be of a temporary nature only and shall be removed from the ice before the ice leaves.

[Pre-1995 Recodification Citation: 14-2-5-2.]

As added by P.L.1-1995, SEC.15.
Ind. Code § 14-8-2-285 — Indiana Code / Title 14 / Article 8 / Chapter 2 / Section 14-8-2-285
"Trust II"
Status: in_force

Sec. 285. "Trust II", for purposes of IC 14-31-2, has the meaning set forth in IC 14-31-2-8.

[Pre-1995 Recodification Citation: 14-4-5.1-2 part.]

As added by P.L.1-1995, SEC.1.
Ind. Code § 14-29-4-5 — Indiana Code / Title 14 / Article 29 / Chapter 4 / Section 14-29-4-5
Prior approval by department of environmental management
Status: in_force

Sec. 5. Before commission consideration of the application, the applicant must do the following:

(1) Obtain the prior written approval of the department of environmental management for sewage disposal facilities involved with the channel and each facility that the channel is to serve. Prior approval is not required for housing developments of less than six (6) lots.

(2) If a channel will:

(A) connect to a navigable river or stream; and

(B) create additional water areas that will be connected to the navigable river or stream;

dedicate any water created to general public use.

[Pre-1995 Recodification Citation: 13-2-18.5-5.]

As added by P.L.1-1995, SEC.22.
Ind. Code § 14-18-6-7 — Indiana Code / Title 14 / Article 18 / Chapter 6 / Section 14-18-6-7
Vesting of fee simple title
Status: in_force

Sec. 7. (a) A patent issued under this chapter or under IC 4-20.5-8 (before its repeal) vests in:

(1) the interested person; or

(2) the interested person's successor in title;

fee simple title to the real property that has been filled in and improved.

(b) A person holding an easement over the real property and filling has the same right over the real property filled in as the person has over the adjoining real property. However, the owner of the easement acquires only a like easement over the filled in real property.

[Pre-1995 Recodification Citation: 4-20.5-8-7.]

As added by P.L.1-1995, SEC.11.
Ind. Code § 14-35-2-1 — Indiana Code / Title 14 / Article 35 / Chapter 2 / Section 14-35-2-1
Department investigations; granting permit
Status: in_force

Sec. 1. The department may do the following:

(1) Conduct geologic investigations, including exploratory drilling, to evaluate the quality and reserves of mineral deposits on land and water of the state.

(2) Grant permits for investigations and exploration described in subdivision (1) by interested persons.

[Pre-1995 Recodification Citation: 14-3-2-6.1 part.]

As added by P.L.1-1995, SEC.28.
Ind. Code § 14-20-9-5 — Indiana Code / Title 14 / Article 20 / Chapter 9 / Section 14-20-9-5
Powers of corporation
Status: in_force

Sec. 5. The Indiana state museum and historic sites corporation (IC 4-37-2-1) may do the following:

(1) Receive any appropriations made by the federal government to assist in memorializing the achievements of Wilbur Wright.

(2) Expend the money received from the federal government in conformity with this chapter or the federal law making the appropriation.

As added by P.L.1-1995, SEC.13. Amended by P.L.167-2011, SEC.24.
Ind. Code § 14-26-5-12 — Indiana Code / Title 14 / Article 26 / Chapter 5 / Section 14-26-5-12
Complaints; service of summons
Status: in_force

Sec. 12. A complaint must be filed in the court within thirty (30) days from the date of the decision of the department by causing summons to be issued and served upon the director as summons are served in other civil cases.

[Pre-1995 Recodification Citation: 13-2-15-2 part.]

As added by P.L.1-1995, SEC.19.
Ind. Code § 14-25.5-2-2 — Indiana Code / Title 14 / Article 25.5 / Chapter 2 / Section 14-25.5-2-2
Notice of violation
Status: in_force

Sec. 2. The department may issue a written notice of violation if a person violates:

(1) an article listed in IC 14-25.5-1-1; or

(2) a rule adopted under an article listed in IC 14-25.5-1-1.

As added by P.L.145-2002, SEC.3.
Ind. Code § 14-22-35-1 — Indiana Code / Title 14 / Article 22 / Chapter 35 / Section 14-22-35-1
Establishment of course of instruction
Status: in_force

Sec. 1. (a) The department shall establish a course of instruction in hunter safety, principles of conservation, and sportsmanship.

(b) To carry out subsection (a), the department may cooperate with a reputable association or organization having as an objective the promotion of hunter safety, principles of conservation, and sportsmanship.

[Pre-1995 Recodification Citation: 14-2-10-1 part.]

As added by P.L.1-1995, SEC.15.
Ind. Code § 14-9-6-7 — Indiana Code / Title 14 / Article 9 / Chapter 6 / Section 14-9-6-7
Chairpersons and officers
Status: in_force

Sec. 7. During the meeting held in January of each calendar year, the advisory council shall elect the following:

(1) A chairperson and vice chairperson.

(2) Any other officer needed to carry out the business of the advisory council.

[Pre-1995 Recodification Citation: 14-3-3-10(b) part.]

As added by P.L.1-1995, SEC.2. Amended by P.L.95-2006, SEC.5; P.L.133-2012, SEC.171.
Ind. Code § 14-39-0.6-21.5 — Indiana Code / Title 14 / Article 39 / Chapter 0.6 / Section 14-39-0.6-21.5
"Post-injection site care"
Status: in_force

Sec. 21.5. "Post-injection site care" refers to the requirements set forth in 40 CFR 146.93.

As added by P.L.161-2026, SEC.39.
Ind. Code § 14-8-2-276 — Indiana Code / Title 14 / Article 8 / Chapter 2 / Section 14-8-2-276
"Surplus water"
Status: in_force

Sec. 276. "Surplus water", for purposes of IC 14-25-7-13, has the meaning set forth in IC 14-25-7-13.

[Pre-1995 Recodification Citation: 13-2-6.1-1 part.]

As added by P.L.1-1995, SEC.1.
Ind. Code § 14-25-7-9 — Indiana Code / Title 14 / Article 25 / Chapter 7 / Section 14-25-7-9
"Withdrawal use" defined
Status: in_force

Sec. 9. As used in this chapter, "withdrawal use" means any use of water that involves the physical removal of the water from a ground or surface source, including water from storage in an impoundment.

[Pre-1995 Recodification Citation: 13-2-6.1-1 part.]

As added by P.L.1-1995, SEC.18.
Ind. Code § 14-34-4-10 — Indiana Code / Title 14 / Article 34 / Chapter 4 / Section 14-34-4-10
Considerations regarding historic sites and structures; limitation on enforcement of section and rules
Status: in_force

Sec. 10. (a) The director may not approve a permit application unless, in addition to the findings required by section 7 of this chapter, the director states in writing that the director has considered the effects of the proposed mining operation on a place listed on or eligible for listing on the National Register of Historic Places or the Indiana state register of historic sites and structures.

(b) If the director considers it appropriate in accordance with rules adopted by the commission under this section, the director may impose conditions on a permit for the protection of properties or sites listed on or eligible for listing on the National Register of Historic Places or the Indiana state register of historic sites and structures requiring that:

(1) mining operations not occur in the areas occupied by the properties or sites; or

(2) measures be implemented to mitigate the effects of the operation upon those properties or sites before mining.

(c) The commission shall adopt rules under IC 4-22-2 to implement this section consistent with the following general principles:

(1) The commission's rules may not prohibit the use of information from any source and shall recognize the responsibilities of the state historic preservation officer under IC 14-21-1-12 and IC 14-21-1-15.

(2) The commission's rules must provide for participation by professional and amateur archeologists, anthropologists, historians, or related experts in any:

(A) field investigations;

(B) studies; or

(C) records searches;

required by the director under this section.

(3) The commission's rules must strive to ensure that field investigations and studies are required only where a substantial likelihood exists that important and significant archeological or historic sites are present.

(4) In considering the effect of proposed surface coal mining and reclamation operations on a property or site eligible for listing on the National Register of Historic Places, the director shall consider the following:

(A) Based on information available from the division of historic preservation and archeology, the relative importance of the property or site compared to other properties or sites in Indiana listed on or eligible for listing on the National Register of Historic Places.

(B) The cost of an investigation of the permit area or site as estimated by the applicant. A decision that an investigation is not required may not be based on cost alone.

(5) This section does not authorize rules that impair the ownership of artifacts or other material found on private land.

(d) The director may do the following:

(1) Investigate the possibility of obtaining available federal or private:

(A) grants;

(B) subsidies; or

(C) aid;

to defer the cost to private individuals of measures required by the director under this section.

(2) Apply for any:

(A) grants;

(B) aid; or

(C) subsidies;

that the director determines are available.

(e) In making the finding required by this section, the director shall take into account the general principles set forth in subsection (c).

(f) This section and the rules adopted under this section may not be enforced if and to the extent that any federal court holds that the federal Surface Mining Control and Reclamation Act of 1977 (30 U.S.C. 1201-1328) does not authorize the requirements of records searches, field investigations, or other studies in connection with application for surface coal mining operations.

[Pre-1995 Recodification Citation: 13-4.1-4-3.1.]

As added by P.L.1-1995, SEC.27. Amended by P.L.16-2009, SEC.25.
Ind. Code § 14-8-3-2 — Indiana Code / Title 14 / Article 8 / Chapter 3 / Section 14-8-3-2
Purpose of recodification act
Status: in_force

Sec. 2. The purpose of the recodification act of the 1995 regular session of the general assembly is to recodify prior natural resources law in a style that is clear, concise, and easy to interpret and apply. Except to the extent that:

(1) the recodification act of the 1995 regular session of the general assembly is amended to reflect the changes made in a provision of another bill that adds to, amends, or repeals a provision in the recodification act of the 1995 regular session of the general assembly; or

(2) the minutes of meetings of the code revision commission during 1994 expressly indicate a different purpose;

the substantive operation and effect of the prior natural resources law continue uninterrupted as if the recodification act of the 1995 regular session of the general assembly had not been enacted.

[1995 Recodification Citation: New.]

As added by P.L.1-1995, SEC.1.
Ind. Code § 14-33-24-8 — Indiana Code / Title 14 / Article 33 / Chapter 24 / Section 14-33-24-8
Powers of reservoir conservancy district
Status: in_force

Sec. 8. (a) Except as provided in subsections (b) through (e) or another provision of this chapter, a reservoir conservancy district has all of the powers granted to other conservancy districts by this article.

(b) The district plan of a reservoir conservancy district shall be provided to the utility owner of the reservoir located within the boundaries of the reservoir conservancy district and to any commercial licensee at least thirty (30) days before it is presented to the natural resources commission under IC 14-33-6-3.

(c) A reservoir conservancy district does not have the power of eminent domain.

(d) The utility owner of the reservoir located within the boundaries of the reservoir conservancy district is exempt from all assessments, taxes, and fees imposed under this article by the reservoir conservancy district.

(e) Subject to IC 14-15, a reservoir conservancy district has authority to establish, through the action of the board of directors, and enforce reasonable rules concerning safety, welfare, and the maintenance of resources within the boundaries of the reservoir conservancy district. However, the rules established under this subsection shall not:

(1) interfere with or supersede state law or state administrative rules;

(2) interfere with the use of the reservoir for water supply purposes by the utility owner of the reservoir located within the boundaries of the reservoir conservancy district;

(3) substantially or directly impair the terms and conditions of the commercial license of any commercial licensee of the utility owner; or

(4) establish other requirements or restrictions to:

(A) discourage public use of the reservoir; or

(B) discourage or prevent uses of the reservoir for activities that:

(i) are regulated under IC 14-22; and

(ii) could legally take place in the reservoir or the area surrounding the reservoir except for the reservoir conservancy district's requirements or restrictions.

As added by P.L.148-2020, SEC.16.
Ind. Code § 14-22-34-21 — Indiana Code / Title 14 / Article 22 / Chapter 34 / Section 14-22-34-21
Entrance fees
Status: in_force

Sec. 21. If the commission establishes entrance fees for admission to fish and wildlife areas, the fees shall be deposited in the fund. However, the holder of a hunting or fishing license under this article may not be charged a fee for admission to fish and wildlife areas.

[Pre-1995 Recodification Citation: 14-2-8.5-16.]

As added by P.L.1-1995, SEC.15.
Ind. Code § 14-8-2-49.5 — Indiana Code / Title 14 / Article 8 / Chapter 2 / Section 14-8-2-49.5
"Comparative balance sheet"
Status: in_force

Sec. 49.5. "Comparative balance sheet", for purposes of IC 14-34-7, has the meaning set forth in IC 14-34-7-0.6.

As added by P.L.176-1995, SEC.2.
Ind. Code § 14-8-2-229 — Indiana Code / Title 14 / Article 8 / Chapter 2 / Section 14-8-2-229
"Rated capacity of a pump"
Status: in_force

Sec. 229. "Rated capacity of a pump", for purposes of IC 14-25-3-16, has the meaning set forth in IC 14-25-3-16.

[Pre-1995 Recodification Citation: 13-2-2-1 part.]

As added by P.L.1-1995, SEC.1.
Ind. Code § 14-26-5-11 — Indiana Code / Title 14 / Article 26 / Chapter 5 / Section 14-26-5-11
Complaints; contents
Status: in_force

Sec. 11. A complaint must do the following:

(1) State the interest of the person filing the appeal, whether the person is:

(A) proposing to construct, reconstruct, repair, or reclean a ditch or drain on the person's own land; or

(B) a petitioner or other party or public officer in a pending drainage proceeding.

(2) Set forth the plans and specifications of the proposed work.

(3) State the action taken by the department in granting or withholding approval.

(4) State the objections and causes of appeal from the decision of the department.

[Pre-1995 Recodification Citation: 13-2-15-2 part.]

As added by P.L.1-1995, SEC.19.
Ind. Code § 14-27-8-9 — Indiana Code / Title 14 / Article 27 / Chapter 8 / Section 14-27-8-9
Petition to establish district; notice of hearing to nonresident landowners
Status: in_force

Sec. 9. (a) If a landowner in the proposed district is not a resident of one (1) of the counties in which the proposed district will lie, the petitioners shall file in the clerk's office with the petition an affidavit that does the following:

(1) Gives the name of every nonresident landowner.

(2) States the landowner's post office address if known.

(3) If the landowner's post office address is not known, states that diligent inquiry has been made to ascertain the address but has not been able to do so.

(b) The clerk shall mail a copy of the notice to every nonresident landowner whose post office address is stated in the affidavit not later than the day on which publication of the notice is made.

[Pre-1995 Recodification Citation: 13-2-21-3(d).]

As added by P.L.1-1995, SEC.20.
Ind. Code § 14-25.5-1-1.5 — Indiana Code / Title 14 / Article 25.5 / Chapter 1 / Section 14-25.5-1-1.5
"Affidavit"
Status: in_force

Sec. 1.5. As used in this article, "affidavit" means a written document that:

(1) is executed under oath or affirmation by an officer or employee of the department; and

(2) states that a violation or deficiency that is the subject of an enforcement action under this article exists on a particular property.

As added by P.L.191-2023, SEC.4.
Ind. Code § 14-8-2-295 — Indiana Code / Title 14 / Article 8 / Chapter 2 / Section 14-8-2-295
Repealed
Status: repealed

[Pre-1995 Recodification Citation: 13-2-22.2-17.]

As added by P.L.1-1995, SEC.1. Repealed by P.L.2-1997, SEC.91.
Ind. Code § 14-27-6-16 — Indiana Code / Title 14 / Article 27 / Chapter 6 / Section 14-27-6-16
Board; compensation of members
Status: in_force

Sec. 16. The members of the board are entitled to a minimum compensation of six hundred dollars ($600) each year.

[Pre-1995 Recodification Citation: 13-2-31-9.]

As added by P.L.1-1995, SEC.20.
Ind. Code § 14-28-4-10 — Indiana Code / Title 14 / Article 28 / Chapter 4 / Section 14-28-4-10
Disqualification of interested members
Status: in_force

Sec. 10. A member of the commission or legislative body of the county or municipality may not participate in a hearing or decision upon a zoning matter, other than the preparation and adoption of an initial flood plain zoning ordinance, in which the member is directly or indirectly interested in a financial sense. If a disqualification under this section occurs:

(1) this fact shall be entered on the records of the commission or legislative body; and

(2) the remaining members shall act upon the matter.

[Pre-1995 Recodification Citation: 13-2-22.6-6.]

As added by P.L.1-1995, SEC.21.
Ind. Code § 14-19-11-17 — Indiana Code / Title 14 / Article 19 / Chapter 11 / Section 14-19-11-17
Exemption; certain state gross retail taxes
Status: in_force

Sec. 17. The authority is exempt under IC 6-2.5-5-16 from the state gross retail tax for transactions involving tangible personal property, public utility commodities, and public utility service.

As added by P.L.127-2022, SEC.23.
Ind. Code § 14-8-2-37.6 — Indiana Code / Title 14 / Article 8 / Chapter 2 / Section 14-8-2-37.6
Repealed
Status: repealed

As added by P.L.93-2005, SEC.1. Repealed by P.L.89-2016, SEC.1.
Ind. Code § 14-16-1-2 — Indiana Code / Title 14 / Article 16 / Chapter 1 / Section 14-16-1-2
"Dealer"
Status: in_force

Sec. 2. As used in this chapter, "dealer" means a person engaged in the commercial sale of off-road vehicles or snowmobiles.

[Pre-1995 Recodification Citation: 14-1-3-1(h).]

As added by P.L.1-1995, SEC.9. Amended by P.L.186-2003, SEC.36.
Ind. Code § 14-8-2-228.3 — Indiana Code / Title 14 / Article 8 / Chapter 2 / Section 14-8-2-228.3
"Qualified individual"
Status: in_force

Sec. 228.3. "Qualified individual", for purposes of IC 14-22-12-1.5, has the meaning set forth in IC 14-22-12-1.5(a).

As added by P.L.188-2001, SEC.1.
Ind. Code § 14-30.5-1-2 — Indiana Code / Title 14 / Article 30.5 / Chapter 1 / Section 14-30.5-1-2
"Commission"
Status: in_force

Sec. 2. "Commission" refers to a watershed development commission established under this article.

As added by P.L.251-2023, SEC.13.
Ind. Code § 14-32-4-3 — Indiana Code / Title 14 / Article 32 / Chapter 4 / Section 14-32-4-3
Repealed
Status: repealed

[Pre-1995 Recodification Citation: 13-3-1-6 part.]

As added by P.L.1-1995, SEC.25. Repealed by P.L.136-1997, SEC.43.
Ind. Code § 14-22-41-8 — Indiana Code / Title 14 / Article 22 / Chapter 41 / Section 14-22-41-8
Application of laws and other agreements not affected
Status: in_force

Sec. 8. ARTICLE VI

Except as expressly required by provisions of this compact, nothing in this compact affects the right of any participating state to apply any of its laws relating to license privileges to any person or circumstance or to invalidate or prevent any agreement or other cooperative arrangement between a participating state and a nonparticipating state concerning wildlife law enforcement.

As added by P.L.23-1999, SEC.2.
Ind. Code § 14-34-5-8.5 — Indiana Code / Title 14 / Article 34 / Chapter 5 / Section 14-34-5-8.5
Application for extension of area covered by permit
Status: in_force

Sec. 8.5. An extension of the area covered by a permit, except for an incidental boundary revision under section 8.6 of this chapter, must be made by applying for a new permit.

As added by P.L.75-1998, SEC.12.
Ind. Code § 14-23-6.6-11 — Indiana Code / Title 14 / Article 23 / Chapter 6.6 / Section 14-23-6.6-11
Administration of chapter
Status: in_force

Sec. 11. The division of forestry shall administer the prescribed burn certification program and standards for completing a prescribed burn plan.

As added by P.L.124-2025, SEC.1.
Ind. Code § 14-13-4-9 — Indiana Code / Title 14 / Article 13 / Chapter 4 / Section 14-13-4-9
Officers
Status: in_force

Sec. 9. (a) The commission shall elect the following officers from among the commission's members:

(1) A chairman.

(2) A vice chairman.

(3) A treasurer.

(b) Each officer serves a term of one (1) year beginning July 1 of each year.

[Pre-1995 Recodification Citation: 14-6-33-8.]

As added by P.L.1-1995, SEC.6.
Ind. Code § 14-27-7.3-13.1 — Indiana Code / Title 14 / Article 27 / Chapter 7.3 / Section 14-27-7.3-13.1
Expiration of permits issued by the director
Status: in_force

Sec. 13.1. A permit issued by the director after January 1, 2021, for the removal of a low head dam does not expire until two (2) years after any:

(1) local, state, or federal administrative or judicial appeals of that permit; or

(2) other local, state, or federal permits required to implement that permit;

have been finally adjudicated.

As added by P.L.14-2025, SEC.7. Amended by P.L.23-2026, SEC.105.
Ind. Code § 14-37-8-5 — Indiana Code / Title 14 / Article 37 / Chapter 8 / Section 14-37-8-5
Repealed
Status: repealed

[Pre-1995 Recodification Citation: 13-8-10-5.]

As added by P.L.1-1995, SEC.30. Repealed by P.L.140-2011, SEC.29.
Ind. Code § 14-33-16-14 — Indiana Code / Title 14 / Article 33 / Chapter 16 / Section 14-33-16-14
Election costs
Status: in_force

Sec. 14. Costs of the election, including legal fees approved by the court, shall be paid from district money.

[Pre-1995 Recodification Citation: 13-3-3-96(b) part.]

As added by P.L.1-1995, SEC.26.
Ind. Code § 14-12-2-9 — Indiana Code / Title 14 / Article 12 / Chapter 2 / Section 14-12-2-9
Repealed
Status: repealed

[Pre-1995 Recodification Citation: 14-3-20-14.]

As added by P.L.1-1995, SEC.5. Repealed by P.L.172-2016, SEC.11.
Ind. Code § 14-19-11-5 — Indiana Code / Title 14 / Article 19 / Chapter 11 / Section 14-19-11-5
Authority a body corporate and politic
Status: in_force

Sec. 5. (a) The authority is:

(1) a public body corporate and politic; and

(2) an instrumentality of the state.

(b) The authority is separate from the state. However, the exercise of its powers is an essential governmental and public function.

As added by P.L.127-2022, SEC.23.
Ind. Code § 14-27-7.5-13 — Indiana Code / Title 14 / Article 27 / Chapter 7.5 / Section 14-27-7.5-13
Violations
Status: in_force

Sec. 13. An owner who knowingly fails to effect the maintenance, alteration, repair, reconstruction, change in construction or location, or removal within the time limit set forth in the notice of violation of the department under:

(1) section 11 of this chapter; or

(2) IC 13-2-20-4 (before its repeal);

commits a Class B infraction. Every day of failure constitutes a separate infraction.

As added by P.L.148-2002, SEC.15. Amended by P.L.71-2004, SEC.15.
Ind. Code § 14-29-4-1 — Indiana Code / Title 14 / Article 29 / Chapter 4 / Section 14-29-4-1
"Channel" defined
Status: in_force

Sec. 1. As used in this chapter, "channel" means:

(1) an artificial channel; or

(2) the improved channel of a natural watercourse;

connecting to any river or stream in Indiana for the purpose of providing access by boat or otherwise to public or private industrial, commercial, housing, recreational, or other facilities.

[Pre-1995 Recodification Citation: 13-2-18.5-1(1).]

As added by P.L.1-1995, SEC.22.
Ind. Code § 14-39-2-7 — Indiana Code / Title 14 / Article 39 / Chapter 2 / Section 14-39-2-7
Issuance of permit; issuance of initial certificate
Status: in_force

Sec. 7. (a) If the department approves an application under section 6 of this chapter, the department shall issue to the applicant a carbon sequestration project permit.

(b) When the department issues a permit, it shall also issue a certificate that contains the following information:

(1) The date the permit was issued.

(2) A description of the area containing the carbon sequestration project.

(3) Any additional information the department deems appropriate.

(c) The department shall file a copy of the certificate with the county recorder in the county or counties in which the storage facility is located.

As added by P.L.163-2022, SEC.2. Amended by P.L.213-2025, SEC.138; P.L.161-2026, SEC.63.
Ind. Code § 14-20-14-1 — Indiana Code / Title 14 / Article 20 / Chapter 14 / Section 14-20-14-1
Applicability of chapter
Status: in_force

Sec. 1. This chapter applies to a nonprofit corporation that has, for a consideration of one dollar ($1), acquired a county courthouse listed on the National Register of Historic Places.

[Pre-1995 Recodification Citation: 14-6-31-1.]

As added by P.L.1-1995, SEC.13.
Ind. Code § 14-30.5-3.5-7 — Indiana Code / Title 14 / Article 30.5 / Chapter 3.5 / Section 14-30.5-3.5-7
Powers concerning real or personal property; development of water resources
Status: in_force

Sec. 7. (a) A watershed development commission may:

(1) acquire and dispose of real or personal property by grant, gift, purchase, lease, devise, or otherwise;

(2) hold, use, improve, maintain, operate, own, manage, or lease as lessor or lessee real or personal property or any interest in that property;

(3) acquire by grant, gift, purchase, or devise an improvement within a five hundred (500) year flood plain, also known as a two-tenths of one percent (0.2%) annual chance of occurrence flood plain, in the commission's designated watershed for the purpose of removal of those improvements; and

(4) adopt rules under IC 4-22-2 that restrict construction within a one hundred (100) year flood plain, also known as a one percent (1%) annual chance of occurrence flood plain, in the commission's designated watershed;

for the purposes set forth in this chapter.

(b) A watershed development commission may exercise the powers granted by this section as follows:

(1) For the development of the water resources of the commission's designated watershed.

(2) For the purposes of IC 32-23-5.

(3) To contribute to the following:

(A) Flood control or mitigation.

(B) Flood damage reduction.

(C) Water quality.

(D) Soil conservation.

As added by P.L.104-2025, SEC.5.
Ind. Code § 14-12-2-18 — Indiana Code / Title 14 / Article 12 / Chapter 2 / Section 14-12-2-18
Quorum; official action; attendance of designated representatives
Status: in_force

Sec. 18. (a) Eight (8) members of the project commission constitute a quorum.

(b) The affirmative vote of a majority of the voting members of the project commission present and voting is necessary for the project commission to take any action.

(c) A member of the project commission described in section 14(b)(1) through 14(b)(5) of this chapter may designate in writing a representative from the respective division to serve as a member of the project commission when the member of the project commission is unable to attend a meeting.

[Pre-1995 Recodification Citation: 14-3-20-20.]

As added by P.L.1-1995, SEC.5. Amended by P.L.172-2016, SEC.19; P.L.127-2022, SEC.16; P.L.42-2024, SEC.110.
Ind. Code § 14-8-2-285.5 — Indiana Code / Title 14 / Article 8 / Chapter 2 / Section 14-8-2-285.5
"Unanticipated event or condition"
Status: in_force

Sec. 285.5. "Unanticipated event or condition", for purposes of IC 14-34-4, means an event or condition that:

(1) is encountered in a remining operation; and

(2) was not contemplated by the applicable surface coal mining and reclamation permit.

As added by P.L.179-1995, SEC.2.
Ind. Code § 14-39-2-15 — Indiana Code / Title 14 / Article 39 / Chapter 2 / Section 14-39-2-15
Enforcement
Status: in_force

Sec. 15. (a) A person that violates a requirement under this article is subject to a civil penalty under this section.

(b) Except as provided in subsection (d), a person that violates a requirement under this article shall pay to the department a civil penalty as follows:

(1) Two thousand five hundred dollars ($2,500) each day for a first violation.

(2) Five thousand dollars ($5,000) each day for a second violation.

(3) Ten thousand dollars ($10,000) each day for a third and each subsequent violation.

(c) If a person issued a civil penalty under subsection (b) for a violation of a requirement under this article does not remedy the violation in the time prescribed by the department, the person is subject to a cessation order issued by the department. A person that is issued a cessation order under this section must pay a civil penalty of seven hundred fifty dollars ($750) per day, for not more than thirty (30) days, for each day the violation remains unremedied.

(d) If a person does not obtain from the department a certificate or permit required under this article:

(1) the person shall pay to the department a civil penalty of ten thousand dollars ($10,000); and

(2) the department shall issue to the person a cessation order in accordance with subsection (c).

(e) A person who knowingly and intentionally violates this article commits a Class A misdemeanor. Each violation under this subsection:

(1) is assessable individually; and

(2) will result in an assessed penalty of at least five thousand dollars ($5,000) each day based on the:

(A) severity of the violation;

(B) risk to:

(i) the environment;

(ii) individuals; or

(iii) property; and

(C) actions of the violator to abate the violation.

(f) The department shall provide for public participation in the enforcement process for a violation under this article.

(g) A civil penalty or cessation order assessed or issued under this section is subject to review and appeal under IC 4-21.5.

(h) The department shall deposit civil penalties collected under this chapter in the carbon dioxide storage facility trust fund established by section 10 of this chapter.

As added by P.L.25-2025, SEC.13. Amended by P.L.213-2025, SEC.144; P.L.161-2026, SEC.77.
Ind. Code § 14-39-2-5.5 — Indiana Code / Title 14 / Article 39 / Chapter 2 / Section 14-39-2-5.5
Draft permit
Status: in_force

Sec. 5.5. (a) Upon determining that an application is complete, the department must decide whether to:

(1) prepare a draft permit for the public comment process; or

(2) deny the application.

The department shall notify the applicant of the decision.

(b) If the department decides to prepare a draft permit, the permit must contain the following:

(1) Conditions of the permit.

(2) Compliance schedules.

(3) Monitoring requirements.

(c) Within seven (7) days after receiving the completed application, the department shall prepare and provide to the applicant a project decision schedule that specifies target dates by which the department intends to:

(1) prepare a draft permit;

(2) give public notice;

(3) complete the public comment period, including any public hearing; and

(4) issue a final permit.

(d) The department may not deny an application without a public comment period and hearing.

(e) The department shall adopt rules that mirror applicable federal regulations to implement this section.

As added by P.L.161-2026, SEC.58.
Ind. Code § 14-13-9-10 — Indiana Code / Title 14 / Article 13 / Chapter 9 / Section 14-13-9-10
Advisory members; qualifications
Status: in_force

Sec. 10. (a) The commission may invite the executives of the counties located in the basin in Illinois to appoint one (1) member who meets the qualifications described in section 11 of this chapter to the commission.

(b) If a member is appointed under this section, the member serves as a nonvoting advisory member of the commission.

(c) If a member is appointed under this section, the member:

(1) is not entitled to reimbursement for traveling expenses or a salary per diem as provided in section 17 of this chapter; and

(2) may not be elected as an officer of the commission as provided in section 14 of this chapter.

As added by P.L.282-2019, SEC.8.
Ind. Code § 14-33-20-21 — Indiana Code / Title 14 / Article 33 / Chapter 20 / Section 14-33-20-21
Sale of bonds, notes, or other evidences of indebtedness
Status: in_force

Sec. 21. The bonds, notes, or other evidences of indebtedness payable from revenues:

(1) shall, except as provided in subdivision (4), be sold at public sale as provided by general statutes concerning the sale of bonds;

(2) may be sold at different times or an entire issue or series may be sold at one (1) time;

(3) may be sold:

(A) in part; or

(B) in part in installments at different times or at one (1) time; and

(4) may be sold or issued to the United States or the state without a public offering.

[Pre-1995 Recodification Citation: 13-3-4-8(d).]

As added by P.L.1-1995, SEC.26.
Ind. Code § 14-34-5-8.1 — Indiana Code / Title 14 / Article 34 / Chapter 5 / Section 14-34-5-8.1
Significant revision; determination
Status: in_force

Sec. 8.1. For purposes of sections 7 and 8 of this chapter, a proposed revision of a permit is significant if any of the following conditions exists:

(1) The changes may result in an adverse impact beyond that previously considered, affecting cultural resources that are listed on or eligible to be listed on:

(A) the National Register of Historic Places; or

(B) the register of Indiana historic sites and historic structures established under IC 14-21-1.

(2) Blasting will be used in a manner that is likely to cause adverse impacts beyond that previously considered to persons or property outside the permit area.

(3) The changes may result in an adverse impact beyond that previously considered, affecting a water supply to which IC 14-25-4 applies.

(4) The changes:

(A) require the identification, disturbance, or handling of toxic forming or acid forming materials different from those previously considered; and

(B) have the potential for causing an additional impact not previously considered.

(5) The changes may result in an adverse impact on fish, wildlife, and related environmental values beyond that previously considered.

(6) The addition of:

(A) a coal processing facility; or

(B) a permanent support facility;

is proposed, and the addition of the facility will cause an impact not previously considered, except that the addition of a temporary coal processing facility used exclusively for crushing and screening need not be considered a significant revision.

(7) The changes will cause:

(A) a new or an updated probable hydrologic consequences determination; or

(B) a cumulative hydrologic impact analysis to be required under IC 14-34-3-3.

(8) A postmining land use will be changed to any of the following:

(A) A residential land use.

(B) A commercial or industrial land use.

(C) A recreational land use.

(D) Developed water resources as defined in rules adopted by the commission under IC 14-34-2-1 that meet the size criteria of 30 CFR 77.216(a).

As added by P.L.75-1998, SEC.8. Amended by P.L.1-1999, SEC.41.
Ind. Code § 14-33-9-7 — Indiana Code / Title 14 / Article 33 / Chapter 9 / Section 14-33-9-7
Special benefits tax
Status: in_force

Sec. 7. The special benefits tax levied by a district is a primary lien on real property in the district equal to other taxes imposed on real property. The same provisions of other taxes regarding collections, penalties, and sale of property for delinquencies apply to this tax.

[Pre-1995 Recodification Citation: 13-3-3-94.]

As added by P.L.1-1995, SEC.26.
Ind. Code § 14-32-2-11 — Indiana Code / Title 14 / Article 32 / Chapter 2 / Section 14-32-2-11
Attorney general providing legal services
Status: in_force

Sec. 11. (a) The board may call upon the attorney general for the legal services that the board requires.

(b) For the purpose of carrying out any of the board's functions, the supervising officers of a state agency or of a state educational institution shall, upon request of the board, do the following:

(1) Assign or detail to the board any personnel of the agency or educational institution, taking into account available appropriations and the needs of the entity to which the request is directed.

(2) Make the special reports, surveys, or studies that the board requests.

[Pre-1995 Recodification Citation: 13-3-1-4(b) part.]

As added by P.L.1-1995, SEC.25. Amended by P.L.136-1997, SEC.13.
Ind. Code § 14-22-8-4 — Indiana Code / Title 14 / Article 22 / Chapter 8 / Section 14-22-8-4
Stamps; requirement
Status: in_force

Sec. 4. An individual may not hunt a game bird within Indiana without having an electronically generated game bird habitat restoration stamp issued by the department. The stamp must be in the possession of each individual hunting a game bird. The licensee shall validate the stamp with the signature of the licensee on the hunting license on which the electronically generated form of the stamp is attached.

[Pre-1995 Recodification Citation: 14-2-4.6-2.]

As added by P.L.1-1995, SEC.15. Amended by P.L.225-2005, SEC.18; P.L.151-2012, SEC.14; P.L.111-2016, SEC.18.
Ind. Code § 14-30.5-3-1 — Indiana Code / Title 14 / Article 30.5 / Chapter 3 / Section 14-30.5-3-1
Potential purposes for establishment of watershed development commission
Status: in_force

Sec. 1. (a) The flood damage reduction, drainage, storm water management, recreation, and water infrastructure purposes for which a watershed development commission may be established include the following:

(1) Planning, taking, and promoting action to prevent or mitigate flooding through generally accepted structural and nonstructural means, including the following:

(A) Bank stabilization.

(B) Expansion of water storage capacity.

(C) Erosion control.

(D) Sediment reduction.

(E) Logjam management.

(F) Selective construction, maintenance, and removal of berms.

(G) Construction of levees.

(H) Bridge and structure removal and replacement.

(2) Taking and promoting action to enhance drainage in ways consistent with storm water management requirements.

(3) Taking and promoting action to address water infrastructure needs related to flood damage reduction, storm water management, recreation, and drainage.

(4) Setting voluntary water quality goals.

(b) Subject to subsection (c), the purposes for which a watershed development commission may be established, in addition to those set forth in subsection (a), may include one (1) or more purposes related to water quality within the boundaries of the designated watershed, such as:

(1) reducing the runoff of nutrients and soil into streams and bodies of water by promoting the use of improved ditch design and the reestablishment of strategically located wetlands; and

(2) reducing ground water contamination by promoting the use of improved septic system technology.

However, a water quality purpose, goal, or project does not convey water quality regulatory authority to a watershed development commission.

(c) A watershed development commission may not have a purpose described in subsection (b) unless:

(1) the board of the commission, in addition to developing a flood damage reduction and drainage plan under section 4 of this chapter, develops a water quality improvement plan that:

(A) describes water quality problems within the boundaries of the designated watershed; and

(B) proposes one (1) or more actions that the watershed development commission could take to address those problems;

(2) the board of the watershed development commission submits the water quality improvement plan to the natural resources commission; and

(3) the natural resources commission, after:

(A) determining whether the water quality problems described in the water quality improvement plan truly exist within the boundaries of the watershed development commission's designated watershed; and

(B) considering whether it is likely that the efforts of the watershed development commission would be a practically effective and cost effective means of addressing the water quality problems;

approves the commission's water quality improvement plan.

As added by P.L.251-2023, SEC.13.
Ind. Code § 14-24-6-1 — Indiana Code / Title 14 / Article 24 / Chapter 6 / Section 14-24-6-1
Purpose of chapter
Status: in_force

Sec. 1. The purpose of this chapter is to protect the public from dishonest and unethical practices concerning the sale of nursery stock that is unlikely to properly grow or survive in the climate of Indiana.

[Pre-1995 Recodification Citation: 14-7-12-1.]

As added by P.L.1-1995, SEC.17.
Ind. Code § 14-8-2-34.4 — Indiana Code / Title 14 / Article 8 / Chapter 2 / Section 14-8-2-34.4
"Carbon dioxide stream"
Status: in_force

Sec. 34.4. "Carbon dioxide stream", for purposes of IC 14-39, has the meaning set forth in IC 14-39-0.6-7.

As added by P.L.161-2026, SEC.8.
Ind. Code § 14-8-2-252 — Indiana Code / Title 14 / Article 8 / Chapter 2 / Section 14-8-2-252
"Sewage"
Status: in_force

Sec. 252. "Sewage" has the following meaning:

(1) For purposes of IC 14-15-2-7, the meaning set forth in IC 14-15-2-7.

(2) For purposes of IC 14-33-22, the meaning set forth in IC 14-33-22-2.

[Pre-1995 Recodification Citations: subdivision (1) formerly 14-1-1-1 part; subdivision (2) formerly 13-3-6-2(b) part.]

As added by P.L.1-1995, SEC.1.
Ind. Code § 14-20-11-2 — Indiana Code / Title 14 / Article 20 / Chapter 11 / Section 14-20-11-2
"Fund" defined
Status: in_force

Sec. 2. As used in this chapter, "fund" refers to the Wendell L. Willkie memorial fund established by this chapter.

[1995 Recodification Citation: New.]

As added by P.L.1-1995, SEC.13.
Ind. Code § 14-27-3-3 — Indiana Code / Title 14 / Article 27 / Chapter 3 / Section 14-27-3-3
Pro rata distribution of excess money
Status: in_force

Sec. 3. If money remains after the payment of the cost of the construction of the work and expenses connected with the work, the money shall be distributed, pro rata, according to the amount paid by the owners of the land and the corporations assessed for the work.

[Pre-1995 Recodification Citation: 13-2-19.5-1(c).]

As added by P.L.1-1995, SEC.20.
Ind. Code § 14-37-10-2 — Indiana Code / Title 14 / Article 37 / Chapter 10 / Section 14-37-10-2
Establishment and administration of fund
Status: in_force

Sec. 2. The oil and gas environmental fund is established. The department shall administer the fund.

[Pre-1995 Recodification Citation: 13-8-12-1 part.]

As added by P.L.1-1995, SEC.30.
Ind. Code § 14-8-2-74 — Indiana Code / Title 14 / Article 8 / Chapter 2 / Section 14-8-2-74
"Ditch" or "drain"
Status: in_force

Sec. 74. "Ditch" or "drain", for purposes of IC 14-27-8, has the meaning set forth in IC 14-27-8-3.

[Pre-1995 Recodification Citation: 13-2-21-1.]

As added by P.L.1-1995, SEC.1.
Ind. Code § 14-29-7-17 — Indiana Code / Title 14 / Article 29 / Chapter 7 / Section 14-29-7-17
Cooperation with department
Status: in_force

Sec. 17. Each river commission shall protect and enhance the natural and scenic qualities of the river in cooperation with the department.

[Pre-1995 Recodification Citation: 13-2-27-17.]

As added by P.L.1-1995, SEC.22.
Ind. Code § 14-22-6-10 — Indiana Code / Title 14 / Article 22 / Chapter 6 / Section 14-22-6-10
Shooting into or across waters of the state
Status: in_force

Sec. 10. A person may not shoot into or across:

(1) the waters of the state; or

(2) the boundary waters of the state;

except in the lawful pursuit of wild animals.

[Pre-1995 Recodification Citation: 14-2-4-5(2).]

As added by P.L.1-1995, SEC.15.
Ind. Code § 14-28-4-8 — Indiana Code / Title 14 / Article 28 / Chapter 4 / Section 14-28-4-8
Special meetings
Status: in_force

Sec. 8. (a) A special meeting of the commission may be called by any member upon written request to the secretary.

(b) The secretary shall send to all the members, at least two (2) days in advance of a special meeting, a written notice fixing the time and place of the meeting.

(c) Written notice of a special meeting is not required if:

(1) the time of the special meeting has been fixed in a regular meeting; or

(2) all members are present at the special meeting.

[Pre-1995 Recodification Citation: 13-2-22.6-5(a).]

As added by P.L.1-1995, SEC.21.
Ind. Code § 14-25-2-3 — Indiana Code / Title 14 / Article 25 / Chapter 2 / Section 14-25-2-3
Rate of compensation
Status: in_force

Sec. 3. A contract for the sale of water on a unit pricing basis that is entered into under this chapter or under IC 13-2-1-7 (before its repeal) after June 30, 1991, must provide for compensation to the state at the rate of not less than thirty-three dollars ($33) per one million (1,000,000) gallons of water.

[Pre-1995 Recodification Citation: 13-2-1-7(c).]

As added by P.L.1-1995, SEC.18. Amended by P.L.195-2017, SEC.39.
Ind. Code § 14-9-8-7 — Indiana Code / Title 14 / Article 9 / Chapter 8 / Section 14-9-8-7
Duties of director
Status: in_force

Sec. 7. (a) The division director shall, with the approval of the director, do the following:

(1) Establish classification of ranks, grades, and positions in the division.

(2) Designate the authority and responsibility of each rank.

(3) For each rank, grade, and position, set standards of qualifications and fix the prerequisite of training, education, and experience.

(b) The division director may, with the approval of the director, designate the rank, grade, and position to be held by each employee of the division. The division director may assign and reassign each employee of the division to serve at the stations and perform the duties that the division director designates.

[Pre-1995 Recodification Citation: 14-3-4-3.]

As added by P.L.1-1995, SEC.2.
Ind. Code § 14-21-1-31 — Indiana Code / Title 14 / Article 21 / Chapter 1 / Section 14-21-1-31
Adoption of rules
Status: in_force

Sec. 31. (a) The commission shall adopt rules under IC 4-22-2 to implement this chapter.

(b) When adopting rules under this chapter the commission shall consider the following:

(1) The rights and interests of landowners.

(2) The sensitivity of human beings for treating human remains with respect and dignity.

(3) The value of history and archeology as a guide to human activity.

(4) The importance of amateur archeologists in making historical, cultural, and archeological discoveries.

(5) Applicable laws, standards, and guidelines for the conduct of archeology and codes of ethics for participation in archeology.

[Pre-1995 Recodification Citation: 14-3-3.4-20.]

As added by P.L.1-1995, SEC.14.
Ind. Code § 14-8-2-164 — Indiana Code / Title 14 / Article 8 / Chapter 2 / Section 14-8-2-164
"Mineral"
Status: in_force

Sec. 164. "Mineral", for purposes of IC 14-36-1, has the meaning set forth in IC 14-36-1-6.

[Pre-1995 Recodification Citation: 13-4-6-2(g).]

As added by P.L.1-1995, SEC.1.
Ind. Code § 14-28-1-3.7 — Indiana Code / Title 14 / Article 28 / Chapter 1 / Section 14-28-1-3.7
"Mass of wood debris"
Status: in_force

Sec. 3.7. As used in this chapter, "mass of wood debris" means an accumulation of lodged trees or other woody debris that does any of the following:

(1) Causes or threatens to cause flooding on a road or private property.

(2) Impedes navigation by a boat.

(3) Reduces the capacity of a waterway to transport water.

As added by P.L.105-2024, SEC.4.
Ind. Code § 14-9-9-6 — Indiana Code / Title 14 / Article 9 / Chapter 9 / Section 14-9-9-6
Distribution of grants from fund; formula
Status: in_force

Sec. 6. The department shall develop a formula for the distribution of grants from the fund. The formula must take into account at least the following factors:

(1) The number of lakes or boundary waters located within the county.

(2) The extent of boat usage for each lake or boundary waters in the county.

(3) The total number of acres of lake or boundary waters surface within the county.

(4) The extent to which law enforcement services on the lakes or boundary waters located within the county are provided by the county.

(5) Any other pertinent factor that affects the extent to which law enforcement services are provided on lakes or boundary waters located within the county.

As added by P.L.137-1997, SEC.3. Amended by P.L.219-2014, SEC.18.
Ind. Code § 14-29-1-2 — Indiana Code / Title 14 / Article 29 / Chapter 1 / Section 14-29-1-2
Examination of waterway
Status: in_force

Sec. 2. (a) On the filing of a petition under section 1 of this chapter, the board of county commissioners shall have an examination of the stream or watercourse made by a suitable person to ascertain and report to the board of county commissioners the following:

(1) The length of the stream or watercourse.

(2) How much of the stream or watercourse is capable of being declared navigable.

(b) The board of county commissioners shall confirm the report if the board is satisfied that the stream, if navigable, would be of public utility. Upon confirmation the board shall declare the stream navigable and have the report recorded in the records of the board, as public highways are recorded.

[Pre-1995 Recodification Citation: 13-2-4-2.]

As added by P.L.1-1995, SEC.22.
Ind. Code § 14-28-1-18 — Indiana Code / Title 14 / Article 28 / Chapter 1 / Section 14-28-1-18
Easements and rights-of-way
Status: in_force

Sec. 18. (a) This section applies to real property:

(1) for which the state has the custody, management, possession, or control; and

(2) in which the state has a right, a title, or an interest.

(b) The state may, with the written approval of the governor, give, grant, and convey to any person:

(1) easements;

(2) rights-of-way; and

(3) the right and privilege;

to construct, erect, maintain, operate, and use any works or structures in connection with flood control or water resources on and in the real property.

[Pre-1995 Recodification Citation: 13-2-22-12 part.]

As added by P.L.1-1995, SEC.21.
Ind. Code § 14-31-2-1 — Indiana Code / Title 14 / Article 31 / Chapter 2 / Section 14-31-2-1
Purposes
Status: in_force

Sec. 1. The general purposes of this chapter are to do the following:

(1) Promote the general health and welfare of citizens of Indiana by promoting the preservation of areas of unusual natural interest for scientific, educational, recreational, cultural, and aesthetic purposes as a link to Indiana's past and a legacy to Indiana's future.

(2) Provide for the completion of Indiana's nature preserve system through a joint public and private campaign for protection of the best available remaining examples of the natural systems that represent Indiana's natural heritage before those unique and outstanding public resources are lost.

(3) Provide for the maintenance and management of those natural areas and the rare native species for which the areas are habitat.

[Pre-1995 Recodification Citation: 14-4-5.1-1.]

As added by P.L.1-1995, SEC.24.
Ind. Code § 14-15-14-5 — Indiana Code / Title 14 / Article 15 / Chapter 14 / Section 14-15-14-5
Disseminating water safety plan; upgrading public rescue equipment
Status: in_force

Sec. 5. If more than one (1) drowning occurs not more than fifty (50) feet from a particular pier or public access site in a span of five (5) years, the owner of the pier or public access site shall:

(1) disseminate in the area of the pier or public access site a water safety plan pertaining to the pier or public access site; and

(2) upgrade the public rescue equipment installed on the pier or public access site under section 2(a) of this chapter, such as by installing equipment that automatically contacts the local 911 service in an emergency.

As added by P.L.35-2024, SEC.5.
Ind. Code § 14-22-22-2 — Indiana Code / Title 14 / Article 22 / Chapter 22 / Section 14-22-22-2
Application; fee
Status: in_force

Sec. 2. (a) An application for a license must:

(1) bear the signature of two (2) relevant scientists as references to:

(A) the character;

(B) academic and scientific accomplishments; and

(C) fitness;

of the applicant; and

(2) be accompanied by a minimum fee of ten dollars ($10).

(b) The fee in subsection (a)(2) is subject to IC 14-22-2-10.

[Pre-1995 Recodification Citation: 14-2-7-17 part.]

As added by P.L.1-1995, SEC.15. Amended by P.L.195-2017, SEC.27.
Ind. Code § 14-27-7.5-2 — Indiana Code / Title 14 / Article 27 / Chapter 7.5 / Section 14-27-7.5-2
"Hazard classification system"
Status: in_force

Sec. 2. As used in this chapter, "hazard classification system" means a rating assigned to a structure by the department based on:

(1) the height of the structure and the volume of water impounded by the structure; and

(2) the force of the water and the likely consequences resulting from the uncontrolled release of its contents due to a failure or misoperation of the structure.

As added by P.L.148-2002, SEC.15. Amended by P.L.129-2022, SEC.3.
Ind. Code § 14-22-6-1 — Indiana Code / Title 14 / Article 22 / Chapter 6 / Section 14-22-6-1
Taking of wild animals governed by laws and rules
Status: in_force

Sec. 1. A person may not take, chase, or possess a wild animal, except as provided by:

(1) a statute; or

(2) a rule adopted under IC 4-22-2 to implement this article.

[Pre-1995 Recodification Citation: 14-2-3-8(a).]

As added by P.L.1-1995, SEC.15.
Ind. Code § 14-22-31-14 — Indiana Code / Title 14 / Article 22 / Chapter 31 / Section 14-22-31-14
Carnivores prohibited
Status: in_force

Sec. 14. (a) A licensee may not import or keep carnivores.

(b) The license of a licensee who is convicted of violating subsection (a) shall be revoked.

[Pre-1995 Recodification Citation: 14-2-7-10(j).]

As added by P.L.1-1995, SEC.15.
Ind. Code § 14-38-2-16 — Indiana Code / Title 14 / Article 38 / Chapter 2 / Section 14-38-2-16
Department, person, or agency entering land to plug, replug, or repair test hole
Status: in_force

Sec. 16. (a) This section does not do any of the following:

(1) Relieve a person otherwise legally responsible from an obligation to plug, replug, or repair a test hole.

(2) Limit the authority of the commission to require the proper plugging, replugging, or repair of a test hole.

(b) This section and sections 17 through 20 of this chapter are a supplemental remedy if any of the following conditions exist:

(1) A person obligated to plug, replug, or repair a test hole fails to do so.

(2) The identity of the obligated person cannot be determined.

(c) If:

(1) after notice and hearing the department finds that a test hole drilled has been abandoned and:

(A) is leaking; or

(B) may result in the leaking of;

fluid into a fresh water formation or onto the surface of the land in the vicinity of the test hole; and

(2) after thirty (30) days from the date of the finding by the department the test hole has not been properly plugged, replugged, or repaired to remedy the situation;

the department or a person or an agency authorized by order of the department may enter upon the land upon which the test hole is located and plug, replug, or repair the test hole as is reasonably required to remedy the condition.

[Pre-1995 Recodification Citation: 13-4-5-10(a), (b) part.]

As added by P.L.1-1995, SEC.31.
Ind. Code § 14-19-11-3 — Indiana Code / Title 14 / Article 19 / Chapter 11 / Section 14-19-11-3
"Executive director"
Status: in_force

Sec. 3. As used in this chapter, "executive director" refers to the executive director of the Indiana state park inns authority appointed under section 7 of this chapter.

As added by P.L.127-2022, SEC.23.
Ind. Code § 14-19-8-2 — Indiana Code / Title 14 / Article 19 / Chapter 8 / Section 14-19-8-2
State parks and reservoirs special revenue fund
Status: in_force

Sec. 2. (a) The state parks and reservoirs special revenue fund is established.

(b) The fund shall be administered by the department.

As added by P.L.186-2003, SEC.56.
Ind. Code § 14-26-2-11 — Indiana Code / Title 14 / Article 26 / Chapter 2 / Section 14-26-2-11
Sand mining
Status: in_force

Sec. 11. (a) This section applies to a private lake that lies wholly or in part within any of the three (3) cities having the largest population in a county having a population of more than four hundred thousand (400,000) and less than seven hundred thousand (700,000).

(b) Sand mining may be conducted at the lake only if approved by resolution of the legislative body of the city after a public hearing.

(c) A sand mining operation at the lake:

(1) is subject to and shall be conducted in accordance with the regulations and permit process of the United States Army Corps of Engineers and the United States Environmental Protection Agency; and

(2) is subject to local supervision and monitoring by the city engineer of the city in which the lake lies.

(d) A person performing the sand mining is liable for any damages directly attributable to the sand mining operation to any real property located within a one (1) mile radius of the lake.

(e) After mining operations are completed, the lake may not be used as a sanitary landfill or as a hazardous waste site.

[Pre-1995 Recodification Citation: 13-2-11.1-6(d).]

As added by P.L.1-1995, SEC.19. Amended by P.L.11-2023, SEC.53.
Ind. Code § 14-33-5-9 — Indiana Code / Title 14 / Article 33 / Chapter 5 / Section 14-33-5-9
District composed of land from more than one county
Status: in_force

Sec. 9. For the purposes of this chapter, if the district is composed of land from more than one (1) county, the board of commissioners of each county may participate in the following:

(1) The appointment of the initial board.

(2) The filling of vacancies on the board.

[Pre-1995 Recodification Citation: 13-3-3-34(k).]

As added by P.L.1-1995, SEC.26.
Ind. Code § 14-28-4-28 — Indiana Code / Title 14 / Article 28 / Chapter 4 / Section 14-28-4-28
Compensation or damages precluded for taking of or injury to building or land violating ordinance
Status: in_force

Sec. 28. In:

(1) a proceeding by a county or municipality for the taking, appropriation, or condemnation of land; or

(2) an action against a county or municipality;

compensation or damages may not be awarded for the taking of or injury to a structure erected in violation of an ordinance adopted under this chapter or under IC 13-2-22.6 (before its repeal).

[Pre-1995 Recodification Citation: 13-2-22.6-24.]

As added by P.L.1-1995, SEC.21.
Ind. Code § 14-22-15-6 — Indiana Code / Title 14 / Article 22 / Chapter 15 / Section 14-22-15-6
Operation without license
Status: in_force

Sec. 6. An individual who acts as a fishing guide without a license in violation of section 1 of this chapter commits a Class B infraction.

[Pre-1995 Recodification Citation: 14-2-7-31(g).]

As added by P.L.1-1995, SEC.15. Amended by P.L.165-2011, SEC.20.
Ind. Code § 14-27-5-3 — Indiana Code / Title 14 / Article 27 / Chapter 5 / Section 14-27-5-3
Evidence and security of loan
Status: in_force

Sec. 3. A loan may be:

(1) evidenced by one (1) installment note or by a series of notes; and

(2) secured by the collection of a special assessment levied as provided in section 11 of this chapter.

[Pre-1995 Recodification Citation: 13-2-29-1(a) part.]

As added by P.L.1-1995, SEC.20.
Ind. Code § 14-25-15-8 — Indiana Code / Title 14 / Article 25 / Chapter 15 / Section 14-25-15-8
Exemption from permit requirement for certain water withdrawals
Status: in_force

Sec. 8. Except as provided in this section, a withdrawal that does not exceed the amount of a baseline status determination made under section 12 of this chapter is exempt from section 7(a) of this chapter. The director may limit a withdrawal that would reduce flow in a watercourse below the established minimum stream flow.

As added by P.L.4-2008, SEC.5.
Ind. Code § 14-22-15.5-3 — Indiana Code / Title 14 / Article 22 / Chapter 15.5 / Section 14-22-15.5-3
Annual fee
Status: in_force

Sec. 3. Subject to IC 14-22-2-10, the minimum annual fee for a hunting guide license for a resident or a nonresident is one hundred dollars ($100).

As added by P.L.154-2019, SEC.3.
Ind. Code § 14-37-6-4 — Indiana Code / Title 14 / Article 37 / Chapter 6 / Section 14-37-6-4
Proof of financial ability to abandon noncommercial natural gas well
Status: in_force

Sec. 4. Instead of a bond required by section 1 of this chapter, the commission may require a well owner or operator to provide proof of financial ability to abandon a noncommercial natural gas well. The proof must be established by a financial statement and personal guaranty.

[Pre-1995 Recodification Citation: 13-8-8-4.]

As added by P.L.1-1995, SEC.30.
Ind. Code § 14-22-15.5-9 — Indiana Code / Title 14 / Article 22 / Chapter 15.5 / Section 14-22-15.5-9
Rule adoption
Status: in_force

Sec. 9. The director shall adopt rules under IC 4-22-2 to implement this chapter.

As added by P.L.154-2019, SEC.3.
Ind. Code § 14-37-9-1 — Indiana Code / Title 14 / Article 37 / Chapter 9 / Section 14-37-9-1
Agreement to integrate interests; commission requiring integration
Status: in_force

Sec. 1. (a) If at least two (2) separately owned tracts of land are located:

(1) within an established drilling unit; or

(2) within a pool or part of a pool suitable for secondary recovery methods;

the owners of the separate tracts may agree to integrate their interests and to develop their land as a drilling unit.

(b) If the owners of separate tracts of land do not agree to integrate their interests, the commission shall, for the prevention of waste or to avoid the drilling of unnecessary wells, require the owners to integrate their interests and to develop the land as a drilling unit.

[Pre-1995 Recodification Citation: 13-8-11-1.]

As added by P.L.1-1995, SEC.30.
Ind. Code § 14-22-41-7 — Indiana Code / Title 14 / Article 22 / Chapter 41 / Section 14-22-41-7
Suspension of license privileges
Status: in_force

Sec. 7. ARTICLE V

(a) Each participating state shall recognize the suspension of license privileges of any person by any participating state as though the violation resulting in the suspension had occurred in their state and could have been the basis for suspension of license privileges in their state.

(b) Each participating state shall communicate suspension information to other participating states in form and content as contained in the compact manual.

As added by P.L.23-1999, SEC.2.
Ind. Code § 14-27-6-29 — Indiana Code / Title 14 / Article 27 / Chapter 6 / Section 14-27-6-29
Copies of ordinances
Status: in_force

Sec. 29. (a) The board shall have copies of each ordinance made available to the public.

(b) The board may provide for the printing of any of the ordinances of the authority in pamphlet form or in bound volumes. The board may:

(1) distribute the pamphlets or volumes without charge; or

(2) charge the cost of printing and distribution.

[Pre-1995 Recodification Citation: 13-2-31-14.]

As added by P.L.1-1995, SEC.20.
Ind. Code § 14-28-1-34 — Indiana Code / Title 14 / Article 28 / Chapter 1 / Section 14-28-1-34
Violations; penalties
Status: in_force

Sec. 34. A person who knowingly fails to comply with section 22(n) of this chapter commits a Class B infraction. Each day a person violates section 22(n) of this chapter constitutes a separate infraction.

[Pre-1995 Recodification Citation: 13-2-22-20(b).]

As added by P.L.1-1995, SEC.21. Amended by P.L.180-1995, SEC.5; P.L.71-2004, SEC.21; P.L.219-2014, SEC.34; P.L.21-2021, SEC.3; P.L.191-2023, SEC.10.
Ind. Code § 14-34-12-2 — Indiana Code / Title 14 / Article 34 / Chapter 12 / Section 14-34-12-2
Adoption of rules regarding blasting
Status: in_force

Sec. 2. The commission shall adopt rules to do the following:

(1) Require the permittee to provide reasonable advance written notice to local governments and residents who might be affected by the use of the explosives by:

(A) publication of the planned blasting schedule in a newspaper of general circulation in the county in which the blasting will occur;

(B) mailing a copy of the proposed blasting schedule to every resident living within one-half (1/2) mile of the proposed blasting site; and

(C) providing daily notice to persons living in the areas before any blasting.

(2) Require the permittee to maintain for at least three (3) years and make available for public inspection upon request a log detailing the following:

(A) The location of the blasts.

(B) The pattern and depth of the drill holes.

(C) The amount of explosives used per hole.

(D) The order of and length of delay in the blasts.

(3) Limit the type of explosives and detonating equipment and the size, timing, and frequency of the blasts based upon the physical conditions of the site to prevent the following:

(A) Injury to persons.

(B) Damage to public and private property outside the permit area.

(C) Adverse impacts on an underground mine.

(D) Change in the course, channel, or availability of ground or surface water outside the permit area.

(4) Require that all blasting operations are conducted by trained and competent persons certified by the director.

(5) Provide that upon the request of a resident or an owner of a manmade dwelling or structure within one (1) mile of any part of the permitted area, the applicant for the surface coal mining and reclamation permit or the permittee shall conduct a preblasting survey of those structures and submit the survey to the director and a copy to the resident or owner making the request. The director shall determine the area of the survey. The applicant or the permittee shall do the following:

(A) Notify the public, by publication at least one (1) time a week for four (4) consecutive weeks in a local newspaper of general circulation in the county in which the blasting will occur, that the applicant or permittee will conduct a preblasting survey upon request by a resident or an owner of a manmade dwelling or structure within one (1) mile of any part of the permitted area.

(B) Send written notice to each resident or owner of a manmade dwelling or structure within one-half (1/2) mile of any part of the permitted area that the resident or owner is entitled to a preblasting survey upon request.

[Pre-1995 Recodification Citation: 13-4.1-10-2.]

As added by P.L.1-1995, SEC.27.
Ind. Code § 14-22-23-2 — Indiana Code / Title 14 / Article 22 / Chapter 23 / Section 14-22-23-2
Out-of-state license
Status: in_force

Sec. 2. An individual who:

(1) resides in a state other than Indiana; and

(2) has a valid license to practice falconry in the individual's state of residence;

is not required to obtain a license under this chapter.

[Pre-1995 Recodification Citation: 14-2-7-17.5(b).]

As added by P.L.1-1995, SEC.15. Amended by P.L.165-2011, SEC.23.
Ind. Code § 14-22-31-10 — Indiana Code / Title 14 / Article 22 / Chapter 31 / Section 14-22-31-10
Bill of sale
Status: in_force

Sec. 10. The licensee of a shooting preserve shall issue a bill of sale designating game birds or exotic mammals lawfully taken upon the shooting preserve. The bill of sale must accompany all game birds and exotic mammals removed from the shooting preserve. The licensee shall retain a copy of all bills of sale issued to persons removing game birds or exotic mammals from the shooting preserve. The bills of sale are subject to inspection by the fish and wildlife division at any time.

[Pre-1995 Recodification Citation: 14-2-7-10(g).]

As added by P.L.1-1995, SEC.15.
Ind. Code § 14-27-6-45 — Indiana Code / Title 14 / Article 27 / Chapter 6 / Section 14-27-6-45
Audits
Status: in_force

Sec. 45. The treasurer shall submit annually, and more often if required by the board, the records of accounts to a certified public accountant or firm of certified public accountants designated or selected by the board for audit. The accountant or firm shall prepare and submit a certified report of the records of accounts to the board exhibiting the following:

(1) The revenues, receipts, and disbursements.

(2) The sources from which the revenues and money are derived.

(3) The manner in which the money has been disbursed.

[Pre-1995 Recodification Citation: 13-2-31-23.]

As added by P.L.1-1995, SEC.20.
Ind. Code § 14-13-1-23 — Indiana Code / Title 14 / Article 13 / Chapter 1 / Section 14-13-1-23
Repealed
Status: repealed

[Pre-1995 Recodification Citation: 14-6-29-7(b), Part new.]

As added by P.L.1-1995, SEC.6. Repealed by P.L.197-2011, SEC.153.
Ind. Code § 14-23-6.5-2 — Indiana Code / Title 14 / Article 23 / Chapter 6.5 / Section 14-23-6.5-2
"Rural community" defined
Status: in_force

Sec. 2. As used in this chapter, "rural community" means a city, town, village, or community having a population of ten thousand (10,000) or less.

As added by P.L.55-1999, SEC.4.
Ind. Code § 14-32-6.5-8 — Indiana Code / Title 14 / Article 32 / Chapter 6.5 / Section 14-32-6.5-8
Denial of petition
Status: in_force

Sec. 8. Not more than sixty (60) days after a public hearing on a petition is held under section 6 of this chapter, the board shall determine whether the petition should be denied.

As added by P.L.136-1997, SEC.35.
Ind. Code § 14-13-6-10 — Indiana Code / Title 14 / Article 13 / Chapter 6 / Section 14-13-6-10
Filling of vacancies
Status: repealed

Sec. 10. A vacancy on the commission shall be filled for the remainder of the unexpired term in the same manner as an original appointment.

[Pre-1995 Recodification Citation: 14-6-36-10(b).]

As added by P.L.1-1995, SEC.6.
Ind. Code § 14-21-1-19 — Indiana Code / Title 14 / Article 21 / Chapter 1 / Section 14-21-1-19
Director as state historic preservation officer
Status: in_force

Sec. 19. The director is designated as the state historic preservation officer.

[Pre-1995 Recodification Citation: 14-3-3.4-10.]

As added by P.L.1-1995, SEC.14.
Ind. Code § 14-22-33-2 — Indiana Code / Title 14 / Article 22 / Chapter 33 / Section 14-22-33-2
Consent to establishment of migratory bird reservations
Status: in_force

Sec. 2. Consent of Indiana is given to the acquisition by the United States, by purchase, gift, devise, or lease, of the areas of land and water in Indiana that the United States considers necessary for the establishment of migratory bird reservations in accordance with 16 U.S.C. 715 et seq. reserving, however, to Indiana full and complete jurisdiction and authority over all the areas not incompatible with administration, maintenance, protection, and control of the areas by the United States under 16 U.S.C. 715 et seq.

[Pre-1995 Recodification Citation: 14-2-8-2.]

As added by P.L.1-1995, SEC.15.
Ind. Code § 14-8-2-224 — Indiana Code / Title 14 / Article 8 / Chapter 2 / Section 14-8-2-224
"Public or private property"
Status: in_force

Sec. 224. "Public or private property" has the following meaning:

(1) For purposes of IC 14-22-2, the meaning set forth in IC 14-22-2-1.

(2) For purposes of IC 14-22-39-3, the meaning set forth in IC 14-22-39-3.

[Pre-1995 Recodification Citations: subdivision (1) formerly 14-2-3-2(3) part; subdivision (2) formerly 14-2-9-1 part.]

As added by P.L.1-1995, SEC.1.
Ind. Code § 14-25.5-2-3 — Indiana Code / Title 14 / Article 25.5 / Chapter 2 / Section 14-25.5-2-3
Notice of violation; contents
Status: in_force

Sec. 3. A notice of violation issued under this chapter must include the following:

(1) The nature of the violation.

(2) The action that is appropriate to mitigate the violation.

(3) The date by which the violation must be mitigated.

(4) The procedure to obtain an administrative adjudication under IC 4-21.5 if a person is aggrieved by the issuance of the notice of violation.

As added by P.L.145-2002, SEC.3. Amended by P.L.92-2025, SEC.40.
Ind. Code § 14-15-3-18 — Indiana Code / Title 14 / Article 15 / Chapter 3 / Section 14-15-3-18
Adoption of rules regarding state or federally financed lakes and reservoirs
Status: in_force

Sec. 18. (a) The department may adopt rules under IC 4-22-2 to:

(1) establish speed limits for watercraft; and

(2) prescribe areas for special use;

on those lakes and reservoirs financed either wholly or in part with state or federal money.

(b) The rules adopted under subsection (a) may do the following:

(1) Establish zoning of lakes for the protection of users.

(2) Establish quiet areas in which the use of watercraft may be limited or prohibited for the purposes of fish and wildlife management.

(3) Provide that special use areas be marked with buoys and marking devices approved by the United States Coast Guard.

(c) A rule adopted under subsection (a) may not interfere with, prohibit, or deprive owners of land adjoining or abutting upon the lakes or reservoirs and their guests of access, ingress, and egress to the land by means of motorized watercraft.

[Pre-1995 Recodification Citation: 14-1-1-30.]

As added by P.L.1-1995, SEC.8.
Ind. Code § 14-33-6-9 — Indiana Code / Title 14 / Article 33 / Chapter 6 / Section 14-33-6-9
Hearing on drawings, specifications, and cost estimates
Status: in_force

Sec. 9. (a) Upon receipt of the written approval of the commission, the board shall schedule a hearing on the drawings, specifications, and cost estimates at which any interested person must be heard. The hearing shall be held:

(1) in the office of the district; or

(2) at another place designated in the notice of hearing that is generally convenient to the landowners of the district.

(b) The board shall give notice of the hearing as follows:

(1) By at least one (1) publication in one (1) newspaper of general circulation in each county having land in the district.

(2) By mail, first class postage prepaid, to the freeholder of each tract of real property that will be taken or damaged by the construction of the works of improvements.

(c) The notice must be published and mailed at least ten (10) days before the date of hearing.

[Pre-1995 Recodification Citation: 13-3-3-56(c), (d) part.]

As added by P.L.1-1995, SEC.26.
Ind. Code § 14-13-9-16 — Indiana Code / Title 14 / Article 13 / Chapter 9 / Section 14-13-9-16
Rules
Status: in_force

Sec. 16. (a) The following rules apply to proceedings of the commission:

(1) Five (5) voting members constitute a quorum.

(2) At least five (5) affirmative votes are required for the commission to take action.

(3) The commission shall keep a record of the commission's resolutions, transactions, and findings. This record is a public record.

(b) The commission may adopt additional rules for the transaction of business.

As added by P.L.282-2019, SEC.8.
Ind. Code § 14-8-2-126 — Indiana Code / Title 14 / Article 8 / Chapter 2 / Section 14-8-2-126
"Historic structure"
Status: in_force

Sec. 126. "Historic structure", for purposes of IC 14-21-1, means a structure that is important to the general, archeological, agricultural, economic, social, political, architectural, industrial, or cultural history of Indiana. The term includes adjacent property that is necessary for the preservation or restoration of the structure.

[Pre-1995 Recodification Citations: 14-3-3.3-1(i); 14-3-3.4-1 part.]

As added by P.L.1-1995, SEC.1. Amended by P.L.167-2011, SEC.7.
Ind. Code § 14-39-2-12.5 — Indiana Code / Title 14 / Article 39 / Chapter 2 / Section 14-39-2-12.5
Compliance oversight
Status: in_force

Sec. 12.5. The department may require, by written notice on a well by well basis, a storage operator to:

(1) establish and maintain records;

(2) make reports;

(3) conduct monitoring; and

(4) provide any other information required by the department;

to determine whether the storage operator acted, or is acting, in compliance with the Safe Drinking Water Act or other requirements of the department.

As added by P.L.161-2026, SEC.71.
Ind. Code § 14-32-6.5-4 — Indiana Code / Title 14 / Article 32 / Chapter 6.5 / Section 14-32-6.5-4
Petition to change boundaries; joint resolution of districts required
Status: in_force

Sec. 4. (a) If:

(1) a petition is filed under section 1(a)(1) of this chapter to change the boundaries of a district; and

(2) the territory proposed for inclusion in the reconfigured district includes all or part of the territory of one (1) or more other existing districts;

the petition must be accompanied by a copy of a joint resolution described in subsection (b).

(b) The resolution required by this section must be adopted by the supervisors and certified by the secretary of:

(1) the district into which the territory proposed for inclusion would be incorporated; and

(2) each district whose territory would be incorporated into the district referred to in subdivision (1).

(c) The resolution required by this section must set forth:

(1) the amount of the assets and obligations that would be transferred to the district referred to in subsection (b)(1) by each district referred to in subsection (b)(2) as part of the incorporation of territory; and

(2) the amount of the assets and obligations of the district referred to in subsection (b)(1) that would be retained by the district after the incorporation of territory.

As added by P.L.136-1997, SEC.35.
Ind. Code § 14-25-1-7 — Indiana Code / Title 14 / Article 25 / Chapter 1 / Section 14-25-1-7
Diversion of floodwaters
Status: in_force

Sec. 7. (a) Upon approval of the commission and subject to subsection (b), any person, whether or not the owner of land contiguous to or encompassing a watercourse, may divert the flood water of a watercourse for any useful purpose, including the purpose of storage.

(b) A diversion under this section may not cause injury to landowners or the users of water in the watershed of the watercourse from which the flood flow is diverted.

(c) This section does not limit:

(1) any rights granted under section 4 of this chapter or under IC 13-2-1-3(2) (before its repeal); or

(2) any other legal right existing on March 12, 1959, to divert and store water.

[Pre-1995 Recodification Citation: 13-2-1-6(1).]

As added by P.L.1-1995, SEC.18.
Ind. Code § 14-13-9-1 — Indiana Code / Title 14 / Article 13 / Chapter 9 / Section 14-13-9-1
"Basin"
Status: in_force

Sec. 1. As used in this chapter, "basin" refers to the Kankakee River basin and the Yellow River basin.

As added by P.L.282-2019, SEC.8.
Ind. Code § 14-8-2-97 — Indiana Code / Title 14 / Article 8 / Chapter 2 / Section 14-8-2-97
"Flood flow"
Status: in_force

Sec. 97. "Flood flow", for purposes of IC 14-28-1 and IC 14-28-3, means all of the water of a river or stream that exceeds the within-bank channel flow of the river or stream.

[Pre-1995 Recodification Citation: 13-2-22-3(9).]

As added by P.L.1-1995, SEC.1.
Ind. Code § 14-27-6-11 — Indiana Code / Title 14 / Article 27 / Chapter 6 / Section 14-27-6-11
Board; terms of first members
Status: in_force

Sec. 11. (a) Except as provided in subsection (b), the first members of the board shall be appointed as follows:

(1) One (1) member for the term of one (1) year.

(2) One (1) member for the term of two (2) years.

(3) One (1) member for the term of three (3) years.

(b) If the board consists of members appointed from both the city and the county:

(1) the city executive shall appoint members for original terms of one (1) and two (2) years; and

(2) the board of commissioners of the county shall appoint a member for a term of three (3) years.

[Pre-1995 Recodification Citation: 13-2-31-7(b) part.]

As added by P.L.1-1995, SEC.20.
Ind. Code § 14-25-17-12 — Indiana Code / Title 14 / Article 25 / Chapter 17 / Section 14-25-17-12
Violation by notable user; civil penalty
Status: in_force

Sec. 12. (a) The department may assess a civil penalty against a notable user that knowingly violates this chapter of not more than ten thousand dollars ($10,000) per day per violation.

(b) All civil penalties collected under this chapter shall be deposited in the state general fund.

As added by P.L.99-2025, SEC.4.
Ind. Code § 14-17-3-3 — Indiana Code / Title 14 / Article 17 / Chapter 3 / Section 14-17-3-3
Duties of attorney general
Status: in_force

Sec. 3. The attorney general shall do the following:

(1) In the proper court, file an action in the name of the state of Indiana on the relation of the commission for the condemnation of the real property or right.

(2) Proceed under IC 32-24 to condemn the real property or right under this chapter.

[Pre-1995 Recodification Citation: 14-3-1-19(a) part.]

As added by P.L.1-1995, SEC.10. Amended by P.L.2-2002, SEC.59.
Ind. Code § 14-33-5-14 — Indiana Code / Title 14 / Article 33 / Chapter 5 / Section 14-33-5-14
Special meetings
Status: in_force

Sec. 14. (a) Special meetings of the board may be called by the chairman or by two (2) members upon written request to the secretary. The secretary shall send to all members, at least three (3) days before a special meeting, a written notice fixing the time and place of the meeting.

(b) Written notice of a special meeting is not required if:

(1) the time of the special meeting has been fixed in a regular meeting; or

(2) all members were present at a meeting at which a special meeting was called.

[Pre-1995 Recodification Citation: 13-3-3-38.]

As added by P.L.1-1995, SEC.26.
Ind. Code § 14-22-16-3 — Indiana Code / Title 14 / Article 22 / Chapter 16 / Section 14-22-16-3
Expiration
Status: in_force

Sec. 3. A license expires December 31 following the date of issue.

[Pre-1995 Recodification Citation: 14-2-7-16(1) part.]

As added by P.L.1-1995, SEC.15.
Ind. Code § 14-33-2-4 — Indiana Code / Title 14 / Article 33 / Chapter 2 / Section 14-33-2-4
Contents of petition
Status: in_force

Sec. 4. A petition must contain the following:

(1) The name for the proposed district, which should be in the form of "_________ Conservancy District".

(2) A description of the territory to be included, not necessarily by metes and bounds, but sufficiently accurate to inform the court and apprise the landowners of the possibility of the inclusion of their land in the district.

(3) A statement of each specific purpose for which the district is to be established.

(4) A statement of the necessity of accomplishing each purpose.

(5) A statement that the creation of the district will be conducive to the public health, safety, or welfare.

(6) A statement that the costs and damages of and to be paid solely by the district will probably be less than the benefits received in the district. If the purpose is declared to be water supply or sewage disposal, this statement need not be included.

(7) Whether the petition is conditioned upon a grant of federal or state money, or both, identifying the money upon which the petition is conditioned.

(8) Whether conditions attached to federal or state aid, or both, are acceptable if the federal or state government, or both, offer a grant of money.

(9) Whether maintenance and operation of the works of improvement necessary to accomplish any or all of the purposes will be paid for:

(A) solely by annual levy of the special benefits tax;

(B) by both annual levy of the special benefits tax and an annual assessment on land found to be exceptionally benefited if exceptional benefits are expected to exist; or

(C) by use of any other method provided by statute as long as the proportion between the tax and assessment is in approximately the same ratio as used to pay the cost of establishing the district and placing the district plan into operation.

(10) The number of directors to serve on the board, which must be three (3), five (5), seven (7), or nine (9).

(11) A statement of the division of the proposed district into areas, which must be equal in number to the number of directors.

[Pre-1995 Recodification Citation: 13-3-3-9.]

As added by P.L.1-1995, SEC.26.
Ind. Code § 14-11-1-1 — Indiana Code / Title 14 / Article 11 / Chapter 1 / Section 14-11-1-1
General powers of department
Status: in_force

Sec. 1. The department may do the following:

(1) Investigate, compile, and disseminate information and make recommendations concerning the natural resources of Indiana and their conservation, including the following:

(A) The drainage and reclamation of land.

(B) Flood prevention.

(C) Development of water power.

(D) Culture and preservation of forests, fish, and game.

(E) The preservation of soils.

(F) The prevention of the waste of mineral resources.

(G) The prevention and methods of control of plant diseases, infections, and pests.

(H) The prevention and methods of control of bee diseases, the increased production of honey, and the use of bee appliances.

(I) Other questions or subjects that are contained in this title.

(2) Cooperate with the appropriate departments of the federal government in conducting topographical and other surveys, experiments, or work of joint interest to the state and the federal government.

[Pre-1995 Recodification Citation: 14-3-1-3.]

As added by P.L.1-1995, SEC.4.
Ind. Code § 14-33-2-23 — Indiana Code / Title 14 / Article 33 / Chapter 2 / Section 14-33-2-23
Report as prima facie evidence of facts
Status: in_force

Sec. 23. The factfinding report of the commission on the proposed district is prima facie evidence of the facts stated in the report in all subsequent proceedings.

[Pre-1995 Recodification Citation: 13-3-3-27.]

As added by P.L.1-1995, SEC.26.
Ind. Code § 14-27-8-24 — Indiana Code / Title 14 / Article 27 / Chapter 8 / Section 14-27-8-24
Dissolution of district; authority
Status: in_force

Sec. 24. A district established under this chapter or under IC 13-2-21 (before its repeal) may be dissolved by order of the court that established the district in accordance with:

(1) IC 36-9-27-27; or

(2) section 25 of this chapter.

[Pre-1995 Recodification Citation: 13-2-21-7(a).]

As added by P.L.1-1995, SEC.20.
Ind. Code § 14-33-16.5-2 — Indiana Code / Title 14 / Article 33 / Chapter 16.5 / Section 14-33-16.5-2
Definitions
Status: in_force

Sec. 2. As used in this chapter:

(1) "freeholder" means an owner of real property, as reflected in the real property tax records of the county auditor;

(2) "larger district" means, of the two (2) districts referred to in section 1 of this chapter, the one (1) that has the larger number of freeholders; and

(3) "smaller district" means, of the two (2) districts referred to in section 1 of this chapter, the one (1) that has the smaller number of freeholders.

As added by P.L.189-2005, SEC.7.
Ind. Code § 14-39-2-16 — Indiana Code / Title 14 / Article 39 / Chapter 2 / Section 14-39-2-16
Reports
Status: in_force

Sec. 16. (a) Not later than September 1, 2030, the department shall submit to the budget committee a report that sets forth the following information:

(1) The number of metric tons of carbon dioxide injected into the pore space in Indiana during the period:

(A) beginning January 1, 2025; and

(B) ending June 30, 2030.

(2) Costs incurred by the department to administer the carbon sequestration project program under this chapter during the period:

(A) beginning January 1, 2023; and

(B) ending June 30, 2030.

(3) Estimates of:

(A) the amount of carbon dioxide to be injected into the pore space in Indiana under the carbon sequestration project program; and

(B) the costs to the department to administer the carbon sequestration project program under this chapter;

during the period beginning July 1, 2030, and ending June 30, 2034.

(b) Not later than September 1, 2034, the department shall submit to the budget committee a report that sets forth the following information:

(1) The amount of money collected by the department under this chapter during the period:

(A) beginning July 1, 2030; and

(B) ending June 30, 2034.

(2) Costs incurred by the department to administer the carbon sequestration project program under this chapter during the period:

(A) beginning July 1, 2030; and

(B) ending June 30, 2034.

(3) Estimates of:

(A) the amount of money the department anticipates collecting under this chapter; and

(B) the costs to the department to administer the carbon sequestration project program under this chapter;

during the period beginning July 1, 2034, and ending June 30, 2040.

(4) A recommendation as to the amount of any adjustment to fees under this chapter necessary to ensure the financial viability of the underground storage of carbon dioxide.

(c) This section expires January 1, 2041.

As added by P.L.213-2025, SEC.145.
Ind. Code § 14-38-1-8 — Indiana Code / Title 14 / Article 38 / Chapter 1 / Section 14-38-1-8
Compensation of landowners and state
Status: in_force

Sec. 8. A permittee may not commence an operation upon land covered by a permit until the permittee has compensated the following:

(1) The owners of private rights in the land according to law.

(2) The state for damage to the surface rights of the state in accordance with the rules adopted by the commission.

[Pre-1995 Recodification Citation: 14-4-3-4.]

As added by P.L.1-1995, SEC.31.
Ind. Code § 14-23-8-1 — Indiana Code / Title 14 / Article 23 / Chapter 8 / Section 14-23-8-1
Purposes of chapter
Status: in_force

Sec. 1. The purposes of this chapter are to provide the youth of Indiana with the opportunity for short term employment and the opportunity to gain an appreciation for the state's natural environment by working with the department and others for the conservation and maintenance of the state forests and other publicly owned land.

[Pre-1995 Recodification Citation: 14-5-8-1.]

As added by P.L.1-1995, SEC.16.
Ind. Code § 14-32-4-10.5 — Indiana Code / Title 14 / Article 32 / Chapter 4 / Section 14-32-4-10.5
Appointment of associate supervisors
Status: in_force

Sec. 10.5. (a) The governing body of a district may appoint associate supervisors to assist in performing duties in each district.

(b) Associate supervisors are nonvoting members of the governing body of a district and may not hold officer positions on the governing body of a district.

(c) Associate supervisors may be reimbursed for approved expenses but are not entitled to per diem.

As added by P.L.175-2006, SEC.12. Amended by P.L.14-2026, SEC.5.
Ind. Code § 14-27-6-39 — Indiana Code / Title 14 / Article 27 / Chapter 6 / Section 14-27-6-39
General obligation bonds; sale
Status: in_force

Sec. 39. (a) The levee superintendent shall manage and supervise the preparation, advertisement, and sale of the bonds, subject to the authorizing ordinance. Before the sale of the bonds, the superintendent shall have notice of the sale published one (1) time each week for two (2) consecutive weeks in two (2) newspapers of general circulation published in the district. The notice must state the following:

(1) The time and place where bids will be received.

(2) The amount and maturity dates of the issue.

(3) The maximum interest rate.

(4) The terms and conditions of sale and delivery of the bonds.

(b) The bonds shall be sold to the highest and best bidder. After the bonds have been properly sold and executed, the superintendent shall do the following:

(1) Deliver the bonds to the treasurer of the authority and take a receipt for the bonds.

(2) Certify to the treasurer the amount that the purchaser is to pay for the bonds, together with the name and address of the purchaser.

(c) On payment of the purchase price the treasurer shall deliver the bonds to the purchaser, and the treasurer and superintendent shall report their actions to the board.

[Pre-1995 Recodification Citation: 13-2-31-19(b).]

As added by P.L.1-1995, SEC.20.
Ind. Code § 14-33-2-11 — Indiana Code / Title 14 / Article 33 / Chapter 2 / Section 14-33-2-11
Docket; hearing date
Status: in_force

Sec. 11. Upon receipt of a petition for the establishment of a district, the court shall docket the petition as a civil case and set a date for hearing. The court shall give priority to the hearing in determining the date, but the court must allow at least thirty (30) days for interested persons to receive notice.

[Pre-1995 Recodification Citation: 13-3-3-16.]

As added by P.L.1-1995, SEC.26.
Ind. Code § 14-34-15-12 — Indiana Code / Title 14 / Article 34 / Chapter 15 / Section 14-34-15-12
Civil action
Status: in_force

Sec. 12. (a) In addition to other remedies available under statutory or common law, a person with an interest that is or may be adversely affected may commence a civil action on the person's own behalf to compel compliance with this article against any of the following:

(1) A person allegedly in violation of:

(A) this article;

(B) a commission rule adopted under this article; or

(C) a notice or an order issued under:

(i) IC 13-4.1 (before its repeal); or

(ii) this article.

However, a commencement of an action under this subdivision must occur in the county in which the surface coal mining and reclamation operation complained of is located.

(2) The director or the commission to the extent permitted by the Constitution of the State of Indiana and IC 34-13-3 if the person allegedly fails to perform an act or a duty required under this article. However, commencement of an action under this subdivision must occur in the county in which the complained of action should have taken place.

(b) A person may not commence an action under subsection (a)(1):

(1) less than sixty (60) days after notice is given by the person to:

(A) the director;

(B) the commission; and

(C) an alleged violator; or

(2) if the director or the state has commenced a civil action and is diligently prosecuting the action to require compliance with:

(A) this article;

(B) a commission rule adopted under this article; or

(C) a notice or an order issued under:

(i) IC 13-4.1 (before its repeal); or

(ii) this article.

However, any person may intervene in the action as a matter of right.

(c) A person may not commence an action under subsection (a)(2) less than sixty (60) days after the person has notified the director or the commission in writing of the intention to commence an action. However, the person may commence an action immediately after the written notification if the alleged violation:

(1) constitutes an imminent threat to the health or safety of the person; or

(2) would immediately affect a legal interest of the person.

(d) In an action commenced under subsection (a)(2):

(1) the director;

(2) the commission; or

(3) the Secretary of the United States Department of the Interior;

may intervene as a matter of right.

(e) The court may, in issuing a final order in an action brought under subsection (a), award the costs of litigation, including attorney's and expert witness fees, to any party if the court determines the award is appropriate. The court may, if a temporary restraining order or preliminary injunction is sought, require the filing of a bond or equivalent security in accordance with the Indiana Rules of Trial Procedure.

(f) This section does not restrict a right that a person or class of persons has under a statute or common law to do the following:

(1) Seek enforcement of the following:

(A) This article.

(B) The rules adopted under this article.

(2) Seek any other relief, including relief against the commission.

[Pre-1995 Recodification Citation: 13-4.1-11-11(a), (b), (c), (d), (e), (f).]

As added by P.L.1-1995, SEC.27. Amended by P.L.1-1998, SEC.112.
Ind. Code § 14-22-11-5 — Indiana Code / Title 14 / Article 22 / Chapter 11 / Section 14-22-11-5
Hunter education
Status: in_force

Sec. 5. (a) This section does not apply to an individual issued an apprentice license under IC 14-22-12-1.7.

(b) Except as provided in subsection (d), in addition to other requirements for obtaining a hunting license, a person born after December 31, 1986, must have successfully completed the course of instruction in hunter education offered by the department or the department's agent under IC 14-22-35.

(c) If an applicant for a hunting license who is subject to subsection (b) requests that a hunter education course be offered in the applicant's county of residence, the department or the department's agent shall offer a hunting safety course under IC 14-22-35 in the applicant's county of residence not more than ninety-two (92) days after receiving a request.

(d) An applicant for a hunting license who is born after December 31, 1986, and qualifies for a special circumstances hunting safety card under IC 14-22-12-1.8 must attend a hunter education course offered by the department or the department's agent under IC 14-22-35 but is not required to successfully complete the final exam.

[Pre-1995 Recodification Citation: 14-2-7-2.5.]

As added by P.L.1-1995, SEC.15. Amended by P.L.14-2008, SEC.1; P.L.204-2014, SEC.1.
Ind. Code § 14-27-7.5-15 — Indiana Code / Title 14 / Article 27 / Chapter 7.5 / Section 14-27-7.5-15
Exemption of department from liability
Status: in_force

Sec. 15. This chapter does not create a liability for damages against the department or the department's officers, agents, and employees caused by or arising out of any of the following:

(1) The construction, maintenance, operation, or failure of a structure.

(2) The issuance and enforcement of a notice of violation or a rule issued by the department to carry out the department's duties.

As added by P.L.148-2002, SEC.15.
Ind. Code § 14-22-2-2 — Indiana Code / Title 14 / Article 22 / Chapter 2 / Section 14-22-2-2
Administration of article
Status: in_force

Sec. 2. The division of fish and wildlife shall administer this article.

[Pre-1995 Recodification Citation: 14-2-1-4 part.]

As added by P.L.1-1995, SEC.15.
Ind. Code § 14-28-4-15 — Indiana Code / Title 14 / Article 28 / Chapter 4 / Section 14-28-4-15
Proposed initial flood plain zoning ordinances
Status: in_force

Sec. 15. (a) To assure the promotion of public health, safety, convenience, and the general welfare within the commission's jurisdiction, the commission shall prepare a proposed initial flood plain zoning ordinance. The ordinance must provide for the following:

(1) The classification of all land within the jurisdiction of the county or municipality into flood plain or nonflooding areas.

(2) The regulation of land use and the location or construction of buildings and other structures within the areas designated as flood plain areas.

(b) In establishing flood plain districts and regulations, the commission may use the special flood hazard area maps supplied by the Federal Insurance Administration or any other criteria approved by the department.

[Pre-1995 Recodification Citation: 13-2-22.6-11.]

As added by P.L.1-1995, SEC.21.
Ind. Code § 14-33-7-8 — Indiana Code / Title 14 / Article 33 / Chapter 7 / Section 14-33-7-8
Fiscal year
Status: in_force

Sec. 8. The fiscal year of a district is the calendar year.

[Pre-1995 Recodification Citation: 13-3-3-66.]

As added by P.L.1-1995, SEC.26.
Ind. Code § 14-33-20-33 — Indiana Code / Title 14 / Article 33 / Chapter 20 / Section 14-33-20-33
Duties of receiver
Status: in_force

Sec. 33. A receiver appointed under this chapter shall do the following:

(1) Have, hold, use, operate, manage, and control the facilities.

(2) In the name of the board or otherwise, exercise all rights and powers of the board with respect to the water facilities as the board might do.

(3) Maintain, restore, and insure the water facilities and periodically make all proper repairs to the facilities.

(4) Subject to the jurisdiction of the commission, establish, levy, maintain, and collect fees, tolls, rentals, and other charges in connection with the water facilities as are proper and reasonable.

(5) Collect and receive all revenues, deposit the revenues in a separate account, and apply the revenues collected and received in the manner that the court directs.

[Pre-1995 Recodification Citation: 13-3-4-13(b) part.]

As added by P.L.1-1995, SEC.26.
Ind. Code § 14-12-2-17 — Indiana Code / Title 14 / Article 12 / Chapter 2 / Section 14-12-2-17
Meetings; staff support
Status: in_force

Sec. 17. (a) The project commission shall meet at least quarterly and at the call of the chair.

(b) The project commission may convene a meeting at any location in Indiana.

(c) The project commission shall plan and conduct meetings in a manner that promotes broad public participation and ensures that the views of the members of the public attending the meetings may be fairly presented.

(d) The department of natural resources shall provide staff support to the project commission.

[Pre-1995 Recodification Citation: 14-3-20-19.]

As added by P.L.1-1995, SEC.5. Amended by P.L.42-2024, SEC.109; P.L.1-2025, SEC.180.
Ind. Code § 14-15-5-1 — Indiana Code / Title 14 / Article 15 / Chapter 5 / Section 14-15-5-1
Permit requirement
Status: in_force

Sec. 1. A person may not sponsor, conduct, or hold a boat race or water ski event upon public water, including ice, unless a permit for a boat race or water ski event has been issued by the department. A person who has been issued a permit may not violate or fail to comply with a condition upon which the permit has been issued.

[Pre-1995 Recodification Citation: 14-1-1-45.]

As added by P.L.1-1995, SEC.8.
Ind. Code § 14-33-11-2 — Indiana Code / Title 14 / Article 33 / Chapter 11 / Section 14-33-11-2
Total amount of bonds
Status: in_force

Sec. 2. The total amount of bonds issued may not exceed the cost less the following:

(1) Money on hand from the collection of assessments.

(2) Money on hand or obligated to the district by the state or federal government.

[Pre-1995 Recodification Citation: 13-3-3-81 part.]

As added by P.L.1-1995, SEC.26.
Ind. Code § 14-8-2-109 — Indiana Code / Title 14 / Article 8 / Chapter 2 / Section 14-8-2-109
"Fur buyer"
Status: in_force

Sec. 109. "Fur buyer", for purposes of IC 14-22, means a person who purchases or solicits:

(1) the purchase of a furbearing mammal; or

(2) the untanned hide or fur of a furbearing mammal;

whether in the buyer's behalf or as agent for another person.

[Pre-1995 Recodification Citation: 14-2-2-1 part.]

As added by P.L.1-1995, SEC.1.
Ind. Code § 14-39-0.6-32 — Indiana Code / Title 14 / Article 39 / Chapter 0.6 / Section 14-39-0.6-32
"Underground source of drinking water"
Status: in_force

Sec. 32. "Underground source of drinking water" means an aquifer or its portion which:

(1) supplies any public water system; or

(2) contains a sufficient quantity of ground water to supply a public water system and:

(A) currently supplies drinking water for human consumption; or

(B) contains fewer than ten thousand (10,000) milligrams per liter of total dissolved solids;

and which is not an exempted aquifer.

As added by P.L.161-2026, SEC.39.
Ind. Code § 14-27-6-46 — Indiana Code / Title 14 / Article 27 / Chapter 6 / Section 14-27-6-46
Budgets; tax levies
Status: in_force

Sec. 46. (a) The board shall do the following:

(1) Annually prepare a budget for the operation and capital expenditures of the authority.

(2) Calculate the tax levy necessary to provide money for the operating expenditures necessary to carry out the powers, duties, and functions of the authority together with any capital expenditures that are included in the annual budget.

(b) The budget shall be prepared and submitted at the same time and in the same manner as provided by the statutes relating to the preparation of budgets by cities. The budget is subject to the same review by the department of local government finance as under the statutes relating to budgets of cities.

(c) The budgets and the tax levies are subject to review and modification by the fiscal body of a city and county within the district in the same manner as the budgets and tax levies of the executive departments of the city.

[Pre-1995 Recodification Citation: 13-2-31-24.]

As added by P.L.1-1995, SEC.20. Amended by P.L.90-2002, SEC.372; P.L.257-2019, SEC.84.
Ind. Code § 14-25-10-5 — Indiana Code / Title 14 / Article 25 / Chapter 10 / Section 14-25-10-5
Purposes of fund
Status: in_force

Sec. 5. The director may expend the money in the fund exclusively to do the following:

(1) Contribute toward the development and expansion of the soil and water conservation programs of local soil and water conservation districts, with emphasis on soil erosion control measures, as provided by IC 14-32-7-9.

(2) Conduct research, studies, and investigations for the purpose of securing the scientific and technical data and information necessary for the solution of problems involving the wise beneficial development, use, and management of the water resources of Indiana, as provided by IC 14-25-8-1(b) and IC 14-25-9-1.

(3) Offset the cost to the division of water of administering the regulatory programs that generate the fees deposited in the fund under section 4 of this chapter.

[Pre-1995 Recodification Citation: 14-3-1-25(a) part.]

As added by P.L.1-1995, SEC.18. Amended by P.L.59-1999, SEC.1.
Ind. Code § 14-32-2-4 — Indiana Code / Title 14 / Article 32 / Chapter 2 / Section 14-32-2-4
Term for members
Status: in_force

Sec. 4. The term of an appointed member of the board is four (4) years. An appointed member shall serve until a successor is appointed and has qualified. The terms shall be staggered so that at least three (3) members are appointed every two (2) years.

[Pre-1995 Recodification Citation: 13-3-1-4(a) part, (c) part.]

As added by P.L.1-1995, SEC.25. Amended by P.L.136-1997, SEC.11; P.L.175-2006, SEC.7.
Ind. Code § 14-34-4-8.5 — Indiana Code / Title 14 / Article 34 / Chapter 4 / Section 14-34-4-8.5
Exemptions for unanticipated events or conditions
Status: in_force

Sec. 8.5. The:

(1) finding required by section 7(a)(6) of this chapter; and

(2) prohibition on the issuance of a permit in section 8 of this chapter;

do not apply to a violation resulting from an unanticipated event or condition at a surface coal mining operation on lands eligible for remining under a permit held by the applicant.

As added by P.L.179-1995, SEC.4.
Ind. Code § 14-8-2-86.4 — Indiana Code / Title 14 / Article 8 / Chapter 2 / Section 14-8-2-86.4
"Executive director"
Status: in_force

Sec. 86.4. "Executive director", for purposes of IC 14-19-11, has the meaning set forth in IC 14-19-11-3.

As added by P.L.127-2022, SEC.6.
Ind. Code § 14-25-3-2 — Indiana Code / Title 14 / Article 25 / Chapter 3 / Section 14-25-3-2
"Waste" and "wasted" defined
Status: in_force

Sec. 2. As used in this chapter, "waste" or "wasted" means any of the following:

(1) Permitting ground water to flow or taking or using ground water in any manner so that the ground water is not put to the full beneficial use.

(2) Transporting ground water from the water's source to the place of use in such a manner that there is an excessive loss in transit.

(3) Permitting or causing the pollution of a fresh water strata through an act that will cause salt water, highly mineralized water, or otherwise contaminated water to enter the strata.

[Pre-1995 Recodification Citation: 13-2-2-1 part.]

As added by P.L.1-1995, SEC.18.
Ind. Code § 14-25-5-10 — Indiana Code / Title 14 / Article 25 / Chapter 5 / Section 14-25-5-10
Financial responsibility bonds; filing
Status: in_force

Sec. 10. (a) Except as provided under subsection (b), the operator of a significant water withdrawal facility may obtain relief from a temporary order issued under section 7 of this chapter or under IC 13-2-2.6-10 (before its repeal) by filing with the director a financial responsibility bond in an amount not:

(1) less than one thousand dollars ($1,000); or

(2) more than ten thousand dollars ($10,000);

for each acre contained in the freshwater lake. The aggregate amount of financial responsibility bond that may be assessed on the operator of a significant water withdrawal facility may not exceed fifty thousand dollars ($50,000).

(b) The director may not allow a significant water withdrawal facility to file a financial responsibility bond under subsection (a) if the department determines that a freshwater lake or an adjacent property contains an extraordinary or a unique natural resource that is likely to be irreparably damaged as a result of the lowering of the freshwater lake. The burden of proof to establish the presence of an extraordinary or a unique natural resource rests with the department.

[Pre-1995 Recodification Citation: 13-2-2.6-13(a), (b).]

As added by P.L.1-1995, SEC.18.
Ind. Code § 14-34-6-15 — Indiana Code / Title 14 / Article 34 / Chapter 6 / Section 14-34-6-15
Abandoned mine reclamation fund
Status: in_force

Sec. 15. (a) As used in this section, "fund" refers to the post-1977 abandoned mine reclamation fund established by this section.

(b) The post-1977 abandoned mine reclamation fund is established. The fund consists of bond forfeiture money collected under section 16 of this chapter and the civil penalties described in IC 14-34-16-9. Unless the prior approval of the general assembly is given for another use, the fund may be used only as follows:

(1) To effect the restoration of land:

(A) that is not otherwise eligible for restoration through federal funding; and

(B) that has been affected by surface coal mining operations that occurred after August 3, 1977.

(2) To replace domestic water supplies disrupted or affected by a surface coal mining and reclamation operation, including the disposal of coal combustion waste, where the surface coal mining and reclamation operation has been completed and is no longer subject to IC 14-34.

(c) At least five hundred thousand dollars ($500,000) in the fund is dedicated as collateral for the bond pool under IC 14-34-8 and may not be used for the restoration of land or replacement of water described in subsection (b).

(d) The treasurer of state shall invest the money in the fund not currently needed to meet the obligations of the fund in the same manner as other public money may be invested. Interest that accrues from these investments shall be deposited in the fund.

(e) Money in the fund at the end of a state fiscal year does not revert to the state general fund.

[Pre-1995 Recodification Citation: 13-4.1-6-8.]

As added by P.L.1-1995, SEC.27. Amended by P.L.63-1999, SEC.1; P.L.101-2016, SEC.1; P.L.9-2022, SEC.20.
Ind. Code § 14-37-7-3 — Indiana Code / Title 14 / Article 37 / Chapter 7 / Section 14-37-7-3
Repealed
Status: repealed

[Pre-1995 Recodification Citation: 13-8-9-3.]

As added by P.L.1-1995, SEC.30. Amended by P.L.80-2005, SEC.6. Repealed by P.L.140-2011, SEC.29.
Ind. Code § 14-8-2-226 — Indiana Code / Title 14 / Article 8 / Chapter 2 / Section 14-8-2-226
"Public waters"
Status: in_force

Sec. 226. "Public waters", for purposes of IC 14-15, means every lake, river, stream, canal, ditch, and body of water that is:

(1) subject to the jurisdiction of the state; or

(2) owned or controlled by a public utility.

[Pre-1995 Recodification Citation: 14-1-1-1 part.]

As added by P.L.1-1995, SEC.1.
Ind. Code § 14-39-0.6-31 — Indiana Code / Title 14 / Article 39 / Chapter 0.6 / Section 14-39-0.6-31
"UIC program"
Status: in_force

Sec. 31. "UIC program" refers to the program carried out by:

(1) the United States Environmental Protection Agency; or

(2) an approved state or tribe;

under the Safe Drinking Water Act to regulate underground injection.

As added by P.L.161-2026, SEC.39.
Ind. Code § 14-28-1-22.3 — Indiana Code / Title 14 / Article 28 / Chapter 1 / Section 14-28-1-22.3
Expired
Status: repealed

As added by P.L.133-2022, SEC.1 and P.L.144-2022, SEC.4. Expired 7-1-2023 by P.L.133-2022, SEC.1 and P.L.144-2022, SEC.4.
Ind. Code § 14-25-4-12 — Indiana Code / Title 14 / Article 25 / Chapter 4 / Section 14-25-4-12
Restrictions on withdrawal of ground water
Status: in_force

Sec. 12. (a) Except as provided in subsection (b), the director may restrict the quantity of ground water that may be extracted from a significant ground water withdrawal facility when the director declares a ground water emergency under section 9 or 10 of this chapter if:

(1) the:

(A) facility is reasonably believed to have caused the failure of the complainant's water well; and

(B) immediate temporary provision of an adequate supply of potable water required under sections 18(1) and 20(a) of this chapter is not carried out; or

(2) there is a reasonable belief that continued ground water withdrawals from the facility will exceed the recharge capability of the ground water resource of the area.

(b) If an operator of a significant ground water withdrawal facility withdraws water by a means other than pumping, the director may temporarily restrict the quantity of ground water that may be extracted only if the provisions of subsection (a)(1) have not been met.

[Pre-1995 Recodification Citation: 13-2-2.5-3.5(b), (c).]

As added by P.L.1-1995, SEC.18.
Ind. Code § 14-25.5-3-1 — Indiana Code / Title 14 / Article 25.5 / Chapter 3 / Section 14-25.5-3-1
Fund established; administration by department
Status: in_force

Sec. 1. The water environmental fund is established. The department shall administer the fund.

As added by P.L.145-2002, SEC.3.
Ind. Code § 14-33-11-6 — Indiana Code / Title 14 / Article 33 / Chapter 11 / Section 14-33-11-6
Negotiability, registration, advertisement, and sale
Status: in_force

Sec. 6. Bonds issued:

(1) must be negotiable;

(2) may be registered; and

(3) shall be advertised and sold in the manner provided by general statutes concerning the sale of bonds.

[Pre-1995 Recodification Citation: 13-3-3-84(a).]

As added by P.L.1-1995, SEC.26.
Ind. Code § 14-39-2-5.3 — Indiana Code / Title 14 / Article 39 / Chapter 2 / Section 14-39-2-5.3
Duties during drilling and construction of well
Status: in_force

Sec. 5.3. During the drilling and construction of a Class VI injection well, a storage operator must:

(1) perform appropriate logs;

(2) perform surveys and tests to determine or verify the:

(A) depth;

(B) thickness;

(C) porosity;

(D) permeability;

(E) lithology; and

(F) salinity;

of any formation fluids in all relevant geologic formations to ensure conformance with the injection well construction requirements of the department; and

(3) establish accurate baseline data against which future measurements may be compared.

The storage operator must submit to the department a report prepared by a log analyst that includes an interpretation of the results of each log and test.

As added by P.L.161-2026, SEC.56.
Ind. Code § 14-38-2-1 — Indiana Code / Title 14 / Article 38 / Chapter 2 / Section 14-38-2-1
Applicability of chapter
Status: in_force

Sec. 1. This chapter applies to a person who desires to drill at least one (1) test hole:

(1) for fluid disposal investigation, mineral resources investigation, engineering projects investigation, or geologic investigation; and

(2) to a depth of at least two hundred (200) feet below ground surface elevation at the test hole site.

[Pre-1995 Recodification Citation: 13-4-5-4 part.]

As added by P.L.1-1995, SEC.31.
Ind. Code § 14-33-3-3 — Indiana Code / Title 14 / Article 33 / Chapter 3 / Section 14-33-3-3
Land included in two districts
Status: in_force

Sec. 3. A parcel of land may be included in two (2) districts established for the same purpose only with the written consent of all the owners of the land.

[Pre-1995 Recodification Citation: 13-3-3-99.]

As added by P.L.1-1995, SEC.26.
Ind. Code § 14-27-8-16 — Indiana Code / Title 14 / Article 27 / Chapter 8 / Section 14-27-8-16
Drainage commissioners; filling of vacancies; removal
Status: in_force

Sec. 16. (a) Upon the death or removal from the county of a drainage commissioner, the board of commissioners of the county shall appoint a successor.

(b) A drainage commissioner is subject to removal for cause upon written charges filed against the drainage commissioner in the circuit court, superior court, or probate court.

[Pre-1995 Recodification Citation: 13-2-21-6(b).]

As added by P.L.1-1995, SEC.20. Amended by P.L.84-2016, SEC.71.
Ind. Code § 14-8-2-17 — Indiana Code / Title 14 / Article 8 / Chapter 2 / Section 14-8-2-17
"Average normal water level"
Status: in_force

Sec. 17. "Average normal water level", for purposes of IC 14-26-4, has the meaning set forth in IC 14-26-4-1.

[Pre-1995 Recodification Citation: 13-2-13-2 part.]

As added by P.L.1-1995, SEC.1.
Ind. Code § 14-15-3-4 — Indiana Code / Title 14 / Article 15 / Chapter 3 / Section 14-15-3-4
Repealed
Status: repealed

[Pre-1995 Recodification Citation: 14-1-1-18.]

As added by P.L.1-1995, SEC.8. Repealed by P.L.57-1995, SEC.11.
Ind. Code § 14-15-3-21 — Indiana Code / Title 14 / Article 15 / Chapter 3 / Section 14-15-3-21
Repealed
Status: repealed

[Pre-1995 Recodification Citation: 14-1-1-33.]

As added by P.L.1-1995, SEC.8. Repealed by P.L.195-2014, SEC.4.
Ind. Code § 14-29-4-7 — Indiana Code / Title 14 / Article 29 / Chapter 4 / Section 14-29-4-7
Actions to enjoin
Status: in_force

Sec. 7. The commission may, in the name of the state, maintain an action to enjoin a violation of this chapter.

[Pre-1995 Recodification Citation: 13-2-18.5-7.]

As added by P.L.1-1995, SEC.22.
Ind. Code § 14-27-7.7-2 — Indiana Code / Title 14 / Article 27 / Chapter 7.7 / Section 14-27-7.7-2
Lease requirements
Status: in_force

Sec. 2. A lease executed under this chapter must meet the following requirements:

(1) It must be for the development of hydroelectric power at the Williams Dam Fishing Area.

(2) It must enhance the recreation and fishing potential of the Williams Dam Fishing Area.

(3) The initial term of the lease may not exceed forty (40) years.

As added by P.L.16-2009, SEC.23.
Ind. Code § 14-23-5-2 — Indiana Code / Title 14 / Article 23 / Chapter 5 / Section 14-23-5-2
Rights and immunities
Status: in_force

Sec. 2. In fighting fires under this chapter, the officers and employees of the department have the following:

(1) All the rights and immunities guaranteed to municipal firefighters by law.

(2) The right to enter upon the land of an individual, a firm, a limited liability company, a corporation, a municipal corporation, a city, a town, a county, or the state to carry out their duties.

(3) The authority to set back fires, dig trenches, cut lanes, and use all other customary and accepted modern methods of firefighting on private land.

[Pre-1995 Recodification Citation: 14-5-5-2.]

As added by P.L.1-1995, SEC.16.
Ind. Code § 14-37-3-17 — Indiana Code / Title 14 / Article 37 / Chapter 3 / Section 14-37-3-17
Administrative adjudication of orders
Status: in_force

Sec. 17. An order resulting from an informal hearing under section 16 of this chapter is subject to an administrative adjudication under IC 4-21.5, except an order under section 16(1) of this chapter, which is subject to review under IC 4-22-2.

[Pre-1995 Recodification Citation: 13-8-4-15.]

As added by P.L.1-1995, SEC.30. Amended by P.L.92-2025, SEC.62.
Ind. Code § 14-23-3-0.3 — Indiana Code / Title 14 / Article 23 / Chapter 3 / Section 14-23-3-0.3
Effect of expiration of section 3 of chapter; deposit of delinquent property taxes
Status: in_force

Sec. 0.3. IC 1-1-5-1 applies to the expiration of section 3 of this chapter, as amended by P.L.146-2008. Liability and penalties for delinquent tax payments for a property tax imposed under section 3 of this chapter before January 1, 2009, are not extinguished as a result of the expiration of section 3 of this chapter under P.L.146-2008. Delinquent property taxes collected after December 31, 2008, from a property tax imposed under section 3 of this chapter before January 1, 2009, shall be deposited and used after December 31, 2008, as provided in section 3 of this chapter (before its expiration), as effective December 30, 2008.

As added by P.L.220-2011, SEC.299.
Ind. Code § 14-8-2-18 — Indiana Code / Title 14 / Article 8 / Chapter 2 / Section 14-8-2-18
"Bag limit"
Status: in_force

Sec. 18. "Bag limit", for purposes of IC 14-22, means the quantity of individual wild animals that may be taken:

(1) in one (1) day of the specified season for a specified wild animal; or

(2) during the entire season;

as stated in IC 14-22.

[Pre-1995 Recodification Citation: 14-2-2-1 part.]

As added by P.L.1-1995, SEC.1.
Ind. Code § 14-34-4-17 — Indiana Code / Title 14 / Article 34 / Chapter 4 / Section 14-34-4-17
Temporary relief pending final determination
Status: in_force

Sec. 17. If a hearing is requested under section 13 of this chapter, the administrative law judge may grant appropriate temporary relief pending final determination of the proceedings if the following conditions are met:

(1) All parties to the proceedings are notified and given an opportunity to be heard on a request for temporary relief.

(2) The person requesting temporary relief shows a substantial likelihood that the person will prevail on the merits of the final determination of the proceeding.

(3) Temporary relief will not adversely affect the public health or safety or cause significant imminent environmental harm to land, air, or water resources.

[Pre-1995 Recodification Citation: 13-4.1-4-6.]

As added by P.L.1-1995, SEC.27. Amended by P.L.92-2025, SEC.57.
Ind. Code § 14-24-1-4 — Indiana Code / Title 14 / Article 24 / Chapter 1 / Section 14-24-1-4
Repealed
Status: repealed

[Pre-1995 Recodification Citation: 14-7-2-6.]

As added by P.L.1-1995, SEC.17. Repealed by P.L.92-2025, SEC.30.
Ind. Code § 14-13-2-8 — Indiana Code / Title 14 / Article 13 / Chapter 2 / Section 14-13-2-8
Term of members; eligibility for reappointment
Status: repealed

Sec. 8. (a) The term of each member of the commission is four (4) years. However, if an appointee is appointed to serve an unexpired term, the appointee serves only until the end of the unexpired term.

(b) A member is eligible for reappointment.

[Pre-1995 Recodification Citation: 14-6-29.5-2(c).]

As added by P.L.1-1995, SEC.6.
Ind. Code § 14-15-6-4 — Indiana Code / Title 14 / Article 15 / Chapter 6 / Section 14-15-6-4
Inspections; taking or suspension of certificate
Status: in_force

Sec. 4. (a) The department may:

(1) periodically; and

(2) with or without notice;

inspect a registered passenger boat.

(b) If the department finds from the inspection that the boat would not be entitled to registration if registration were sought at that time, the department shall immediately notify the owner of the boat the reason the boat fails to meet the requirements. The department may:

(1) take possession of a certificate of inspection and registration issued for the boat; and

(2) suspend the operation of the certificate of inspection and registration;

pending the correction of the deficiencies.

[Pre-1995 Recodification Citation: 14-1-1-49.]

As added by P.L.1-1995, SEC.8.
Ind. Code § 14-13-4-5 — Indiana Code / Title 14 / Article 13 / Chapter 4 / Section 14-13-4-5
Terms of members; eligibility for reappointment
Status: in_force

Sec. 5. (a) The terms of the appointed members of the commission are four (4) years and shall be staggered so that the terms expire as follows:

(1) June 30, 1996, and thereafter, the members from Vincennes, Aurora, and Rising Sun.

(2) June 30, 1997, and thereafter, the members from Mount Vernon, Jeffersonville, and New Albany.

(3) June 30, 1998, and thereafter, the members from Tell City, Evansville, and Madison.

(4) June 30, 1999, and thereafter, the members from Clarksville, Lawrenceburg, Terre Haute, and Vevay.

(b) A member of the commission may be reappointed.

[Pre-1995 Recodification Citation: 14-6-33-5(a), (b), (c).]

As added by P.L.1-1995, SEC.6.
Ind. Code § 14-31-2-10 — Indiana Code / Title 14 / Article 31 / Chapter 2 / Section 14-31-2-10
Contributions and pledges
Status: in_force

Sec. 10. (a) The department may accept contributions and pledges to the fund. Pledges made contingent on appropriation of state money are acceptable and shall be reported with other pledges as set forth in this section.

(b) On each December 1 that precedes the beginning of a new budgetary biennium, until the campaign size limit is reached, the department shall include:

(1) the amount that has been contributed; and

(2) the amount that has been pledged for payment in the succeeding two (2) calendar years;

in the department's budget request.

(c) In addition to the budget request, the department shall report the amounts to:

(1) the governor; and

(2) the chairmen of the standing committees in the house of representatives and senate considering issues of finance and natural resources;

so that those public officials can take proper steps to secure the appropriation of a matching amount of public money for the fund.

(d) A similar state match of private contributions and pledges for successive years shall be requested in successive biennia until an amount not exceeding five million dollars ($5,000,000) is appropriated to accomplish the purposes of this chapter.

[Pre-1995 Recodification Citation: 14-4-5.1-3(b).]

As added by P.L.1-1995, SEC.24.
Ind. Code § 14-22-14-26 — Indiana Code / Title 14 / Article 22 / Chapter 14 / Section 14-22-14-26
Repealed
Status: repealed

[Pre-1995 Recodification Citation: 14-2-12-26(c), (d).]

As added by P.L.1-1995, SEC.15. Repealed by P.L.141-2022, SEC.33.
Ind. Code § 14-8-2-123 — Indiana Code / Title 14 / Article 8 / Chapter 2 / Section 14-8-2-123
"Highway, street, or right-of-way"
Status: in_force

Sec. 123. "Highway, street, or right-of-way", for purposes of IC 14-16, means the entire width between the boundary lines of a way:

(1) that is publicly maintained; and

(2) when any part of the way is open to the use of the public for purposes of vehicular travel.

[Pre-1995 Recodification Citations: 14-1-3-1(i); 14-1-3.5-1 part.]

As added by P.L.1-1995, SEC.1.
Ind. Code § 14-33-16-6 — Indiana Code / Title 14 / Article 33 / Chapter 16 / Section 14-33-16-6
List of freeholders
Status: in_force

Sec. 6. (a) The board shall do the following:

(1) Prepare a list of the freeholders of the district.

(2) Have the county auditor certify the list.

(3) Make the list available for the inspection of any freeholder of the district.

(4) Place the list in the permanent files of the district at the conclusion of the election.

(b) A deficiency in the list or omission of the name of a freeholder does not void the election or the election's outcome.

[Pre-1995 Recodification Citation: 13-3-3-96(b) part.]

As added by P.L.1-1995, SEC.26.
Ind. Code § 14-9-8-23 — Indiana Code / Title 14 / Article 9 / Chapter 8 / Section 14-9-8-23
"Turn in a poacher" program
Status: in_force

Sec. 23. (a) The "turn in a poacher" program is established within the division for the purpose of encouraging citizen participation in deterring the unlawful taking or possession of game, fish, or nongame wildlife.

(b) Under the program the department shall accomplish the purpose set out in subsection (a) by doing the following:

(1) Providing a toll free telephone service.

(2) Developing and conducting a publicity campaign for the program.

(3) Conducting investigations initiated through citizen participation in the enforcement of game, fish, and nongame wildlife laws.

(4) Approving and coordinating reward payments.

[Pre-1995 Recodification Citation: 14-3-4-13.]

As added by P.L.1-1995, SEC.2.
Ind. Code § 14-32-8-4 — Indiana Code / Title 14 / Article 32 / Chapter 8 / Section 14-32-8-4
Program established
Status: in_force

Sec. 4. The clean water Indiana program is established. The division of soil conservation established within the department of agriculture by IC 15-11-4-1 shall administer the program subject to the direction of the board.

As added by P.L.160-1999, SEC.4. Amended by P.L.1-2006, SEC.231; P.L.2-2008, SEC.36.
Ind. Code § 14-34-5-8.6 — Indiana Code / Title 14 / Article 34 / Chapter 5 / Section 14-34-5-8.6
Incidental boundary revision; requirements; application and approval
Status: in_force

Sec. 8.6. (a) For the area covered by a permit to be extended under this section as an incidental boundary revision, all of the following must apply:

(1) The extension may not constitute a significant revision to the method of conduct of mining or reclamation operations contemplated by the original permit.

(2) The extension must be required for the orderly and continuous mining and reclamation operation.

(3) The extension must adjoin the permit or shadow area acreage.

(4) The extended area must be mined and reclaimed in conformity with the approved permit plans.

(5) The area of the extension may not exceed the lesser of:

(A) ten percent (10%) of the area originally covered by the permit; or

(B) twenty (20) acres.

(b) The aggregate of all incidental boundary revisions of a permit under this section may not exceed the area originally covered by the permit by more than fifteen percent (15%). However, the director may waive the limitation under this subsection if the director finds that:

(1) all other provisions of this section are met; and

(2) the interests of the public are not adversely affected.

(c) The aggregate of all incidental boundary revisions of a permit under this section that involve coal removal may not exceed the area originally covered by the permit by more than ten percent (10%).

(d) To obtain an incidental boundary revision under this section, a permittee must submit to the director an application containing the following:

(1) A statement of the size of:

(A) the original permit area; and

(B) the additional area that would be added by the boundary revision.

(2) A statement of the uses that:

(A) were made of the land before mining; and

(B) will be made of the land after mining.

(3) A showing that the requirements of subsection (a) are met.

(4) A map showing the additional area to be added by the boundary revision.

(5) Proof of the permittee's legal right to enter and conduct surface coal mining and reclamation operations on the additional area to be added by the boundary revision.

(6) Any necessary plans that are not contained in the permit already approved.

(7) A statement indicating whether any areas unsuitable for mining are contained in the permit already approved.

(e) An application for an incidental boundary revision may not be approved unless the applicant demonstrates and the director finds the following:

(1) That reclamation of the area as required by this article can be accomplished.

(2) That the application complies with all requirements of this article.

(f) The director shall approve or deny an incidental boundary revision of a permit under this section within thirty (30) days after the application for the proposed boundary revision is submitted to the director, unless the director finds that more than thirty (30) days are needed to adequately review the application and make the findings required by subsection (e).

(g) This section does not alter the general requirements of this article for the submission of fees and bonds.

As added by P.L.75-1998, SEC.13.
Ind. Code § 14-30.5-4-5 — Indiana Code / Title 14 / Article 30.5 / Chapter 4 / Section 14-30.5-4-5
Advisory committee; members; exception for St. Joseph River basin commission if transformed
Status: in_force

Sec. 5. (a) There is established for each watershed development commission an advisory committee to provide counsel to the board of the commission.

(b) Except as provided in subsection (c), a watershed development commission advisory committee established under this section consists of a member or representative of the board of supervisors of the soil and water conservation district of each county that is a member of the commission, selected by the board of supervisors.

(c) If the St. Joseph watershed development commission is established under IC 14-30-7-2:

(1) the individuals serving as members of the St. Joseph River basin commission under IC 14-30-6-5 become members of the advisory committee of the St. Joseph watershed development commission;

(2) the term of office of an individual who becomes a member of the advisory committee of the St. Joseph watershed development commission under subdivision (1) is as provided in IC 14-30-7-2; and

(3) upon:

(A) the expiration under IC 14-30-6-5; or

(B) the termination under any other circumstances;

of the term of office of an individual described in subdivision (1), the office of the individual shall be filled by a successor according to IC 14-30-7-2(j)(4).

As added by P.L.251-2023, SEC.13. Amended by P.L.123-2026, SEC.43.
Ind. Code § 14-15-11-2 — Indiana Code / Title 14 / Article 15 / Chapter 11 / Section 14-15-11-2
"Department"
Status: in_force

Sec. 2. As used in this chapter, "department" refers to the department of natural resources created by IC 14-9-1-1.

As added by P.L.57-1995, SEC.8.
Ind. Code § 14-9-8-16 — Indiana Code / Title 14 / Article 9 / Chapter 8 / Section 14-9-8-16
Powers and duties of conservation officers
Status: in_force

Sec. 16. (a) A conservation officer of the division:

(1) has all necessary police powers to enforce the natural resources laws; and

(2) may, without warrant, arrest a person for a violation of those laws when committed in the officer's presence.

(b) A conservation officer shall do the following:

(1) Detect and prevent violations of natural resources laws.

(2) Enforce natural resources laws and rules.

(3) Perform other related duties that are imposed upon conservation officers by law.

(c) A conservation officer has the same power with respect to natural resources matters and the enforcement of the laws relating to natural resources laws as have law enforcement officers in their respective jurisdictions. A warrant of arrest or search warrant issued by proper authority may be executed by a conservation officer in any county.

[Pre-1995 Recodification Citation: 14-3-4-9(a) part.]

As added by P.L.1-1995, SEC.2.
Ind. Code § 14-9-7-4 — Indiana Code / Title 14 / Article 9 / Chapter 7 / Section 14-9-7-4
Repealed
Status: repealed

[Pre-1995 Recodification Citation: 14-3-1-2.]

As added by P.L.1-1995, SEC.2. Repealed by P.L.100-2012, SEC.38.
Ind. Code § 14-22-38-5 — Indiana Code / Title 14 / Article 22 / Chapter 38 / Section 14-22-38-5
Fines; unlawful taking of other wild animals
Status: in_force

Sec. 5. (a) A person who takes or possesses a wild animal, except a deer or turkey, in violation of this article shall reimburse the state as follows:

(1) Twenty dollars ($20) for the first violation.

(2) Thirty-five dollars ($35) for each subsequent violation.

(b) The money shall be deposited in the conservation officers fish and wildlife fund.

[Pre-1995 Recodification Citation: 14-2-3-9(b).]

As added by P.L.1-1995, SEC.15.
Ind. Code § 14-20-15-5 — Indiana Code / Title 14 / Article 20 / Chapter 15 / Section 14-20-15-5
Chair; meeting notice
Status: in_force

Sec. 5. (a) The governor or the governor's designee shall act as the chair of the commission.

(b) The chair shall give notice of the date, time, and place of a meeting of the commission to the members of the commission at least ten (10) days before the meeting date by any of the following methods:

(1) Mail.

(2) Fax.

(3) Telephone.

(4) Electronic mail.

As added by P.L.54-2004, SEC.5. Amended by P.L.203-2014, SEC.11.
Ind. Code § 14-35-1-9 — Indiana Code / Title 14 / Article 35 / Chapter 1 / Section 14-35-1-9
Term of permit
Status: in_force

Sec. 9. (a) The department shall determine the initial term of a permit, not to exceed ten (10) years. The department shall automatically continue a permit:

(1) if commercial production and accompanying royalty payments are established by the end of the initial term; and

(2) as long as production continues, not to exceed fifty (50) years.

(b) If commercial production is not established within the initial term of a permit, the department may terminate the permit.

(c) The department may terminate a permit at any time for failure of the permittee to comply with:

(1) this chapter; or

(2) the rules adopted under this chapter.

[Pre-1995 Recodification Citation: 14-3-2-6 part.]

As added by P.L.1-1995, SEC.28.
Ind. Code § 14-36-1-13 — Indiana Code / Title 14 / Article 36 / Chapter 1 / Section 14-36-1-13
Commission's powers regarding permits
Status: in_force

Sec. 13. (a) The commission may:

(1) grant;

(2) suspend;

(3) revoke;

(4) modify; or

(5) release;

permits for surface mining under this chapter.

(b) The commission shall do the following:

(1) Approve or disapprove the applications for permits consistent with the purposes of this chapter.

(2) Adopt rules under IC 4-22-2 to carry out this chapter.

[Pre-1995 Recodification Citation: 13-4-6-3.]

As added by P.L.1-1995, SEC.29.
Ind. Code § 14-25-8-3 — Indiana Code / Title 14 / Article 25 / Chapter 8 / Section 14-25-8-3
Topographical survey map
Status: in_force

Sec. 3. (a) The department may contract and cooperate with the United States Geological Survey or any other appropriate federal agency in the preparation and completion of a topographical survey map of Indiana. For the purpose of making the survey provided in this section:

(1) the department may use any means available to complete the work, including base control and aerial photography; and

(2) the persons employed in making the survey may enter upon any property within Indiana if the entry does not unreasonably interfere with private rights.

(b) There is appropriated out of any money in the state general fund not otherwise appropriated fifty thousand dollars ($50,000) annually to be expended in carrying on the work provided for in this section. However, the department may not expend more annually for the work than the United States government expends in carrying on the cooperative project with regard to Indiana. The money appropriated is available to reimburse the United States Geological Survey for Indiana's share of the costs of the topographic mapping, upon the presentation of certified bills for the expenses that are initially incurred by the United States Geological Survey or other cooperative agency.

(c) Money accruing to the use of the department under this section constitutes a revolving fund for the sole use of topographic mapping of Indiana. Money in the fund does not revert to the state general fund at the close of a state fiscal year until:

(1) the topographic mapping of Indiana has been completed; and

(2) obsolete or inadequate maps have been revised or remapped.

At the conclusion of the work the unexpended money in the fund reverts to the state general fund.

[Pre-1995 Recodification Citations: 13-4-2-1; 13-4-2-2; 13-4-2-3.]

As added by P.L.1-1995, SEC.18.
Ind. Code § 14-8-2-245.5 — Indiana Code / Title 14 / Article 8 / Chapter 2 / Section 14-8-2-245.5
"Rural fire department"
Status: in_force

Sec. 245.5. "Rural fire department", for purposes of IC 14-23-6.5, has the meaning set forth in IC 14-23-6.5-3.

As added by P.L.55-1999, SEC.3.
Ind. Code § 14-22-34-20 — Indiana Code / Title 14 / Article 22 / Chapter 34 / Section 14-22-34-20
Fund
Status: in_force

Sec. 20. (a) The nongame fund is established as a dedicated fund.

(b) The department shall administer the fund.

(c) In recognition of the importance of preserving the natural heritage of Indiana, it is the intent of the general assembly to provide a fund to be used exclusively for the protection, conservation, management, and identification of nongame and endangered species of wildlife primarily through the acquisition of the natural habitat of the animals. The department may expend the money in the fund exclusively for the preservation of nongame and endangered species of wildlife under this chapter.

(d) Money in the fund does not revert to the state general fund at the end of a state fiscal year. However, if the fund is abolished, the money in the fund reverts to the state general fund.

[Pre-1995 Recodification Citation: 14-2-8.5-15.]

As added by P.L.1-1995, SEC.15.
Ind. Code § 14-33-23-5 — Indiana Code / Title 14 / Article 33 / Chapter 23 / Section 14-33-23-5
Water line or water supply installation becoming property of municipality
Status: in_force

Sec. 5. (a) This section applies to a water line or water supply installation installed by a district serving an area that subsequently comes within the corporate limits of a municipality that:

(1) is not a part of the district; and

(2) owns and operates a waterworks serving the municipality.

(b) The water line or water supply installation may become the property of the municipality at the option of the municipality, with agreement of the district and approval of the court.

(c) The municipality must reimburse the district at a figure equaling the district's verified cost. If the municipality and the district fail to agree upon the compensation, the municipality and district shall submit the matter to the Indiana utility regulatory commission for determination. The district shall protect the district's own operations and obligations.

[Pre-1995 Recodification Citation: 13-3-3-100(b).]

As added by P.L.1-1995, SEC.26.
Ind. Code § 14-10-1-1 — Indiana Code / Title 14 / Article 10 / Chapter 1 / Section 14-10-1-1
Establishment and members of commission
Status: in_force

Sec. 1. The natural resources commission is established. The commission consists of twelve (12) members as follows:

(1) The commissioner of the Indiana department of transportation or the commissioner's designee.

(2) The commissioner of the department of environmental management or the commissioner's designated deputy.

(3) The director of the office of tourism development or the director's designee (before July 1, 2020) or the director of the Indiana destination development corporation or the director's designee (after June 30, 2020).

(4) The director of the department.

(5) The chairperson of the advisory council established by IC 14-9-6-1.

(6) The president of the Indiana academy of science or the president's designee.

(7) Six (6) citizen members appointed by the governor.

[Pre-1995 Recodification Citation: 14-3-3-3(a), (c) part.]

As added by P.L.1-1995, SEC.3. Amended by P.L.229-2005, SEC.9; P.L.95-2006, SEC.7; P.L.78-2019, SEC.13; P.L.152-2026, SEC.210.
Ind. Code § 14-34-7-0.6 — Indiana Code / Title 14 / Article 34 / Chapter 7 / Section 14-34-7-0.6
"Comparative balance sheet" defined
Status: in_force

Sec. 0.6. As used in this chapter, "comparative balance sheet" means item accounts from a number of the operator's successive yearly balance sheets arranged side by side in a single statement.

As added by P.L.176-1995, SEC.9.
Ind. Code § 14-8-2-274 — Indiana Code / Title 14 / Article 8 / Chapter 2 / Section 14-8-2-274
"Surface mining"
Status: in_force

Sec. 274. "Surface mining", for purposes of IC 14-36, has the meaning set forth in IC 14-36.

[Pre-1995 Recodification Citation: 13-4-6-2(a).]

As added by P.L.1-1995, SEC.1.
Ind. Code § 14-27-6-33 — Indiana Code / Title 14 / Article 27 / Chapter 6 / Section 14-27-6-33
Eminent domain powers; generally
Status: in_force

Sec. 33. (a) The board may do the following:

(1) Exercise the power of eminent domain for the purpose of carrying out this chapter.

(2) Award damages to landowners for real property and property rights appropriated and taken.

(b) If the board cannot agree with the owner, lessee, or occupant of real property selected by the board for the purpose set forth in this chapter, the board may proceed to procure the condemnation of the property as provided in this chapter.

(c) If not in conflict or inconsistent with this chapter, the board may also proceed under IC 32-24. IC 32-24 applies to levees under this chapter as far as IC 32-24 is not in conflict or inconsistent with this chapter.

[Pre-1995 Recodification Citation: 13-2-31-18(a).]

As added by P.L.1-1995, SEC.20. Amended by P.L.2-2002, SEC.60.
Ind. Code § 14-8-3-8 — Indiana Code / Title 14 / Article 8 / Chapter 3 / Section 14-8-3-8
References to rules
Status: in_force

Sec. 8. (a) As used in the recodification act of the 1995 regular session of the general assembly, a reference to rules adopted under any provision of this title or under any other provision of the recodification act of the 1995 regular session of the general assembly refers to either:

(1) rules adopted under the recodification act of the 1995 regular session of the general assembly; or

(2) rules adopted under the prior natural resources law until those rules have been amended, repealed, or superseded.

(b) Rules adopted under the prior natural resources law continue in effect after June 30, 1995, until the rules are amended, repealed, or suspended.

[1995 Recodification Citation: New.]

As added by P.L.1-1995, SEC.1.
Ind. Code § 14-33-23-6 — Indiana Code / Title 14 / Article 33 / Chapter 23 / Section 14-33-23-6
Liberal construction of article
Status: in_force

Sec. 6. (a) This article shall be liberally construed to accomplish the purpose of creating districts by which local water management problems can best be solved.

(b) Failure of notice, duly ordered, does not void a proceeding provided for in this article that is otherwise valid.

[Pre-1995 Recodification Citation: 13-3-3-101.]

As added by P.L.1-1995, SEC.26.
Ind. Code § 14-38-1-12 — Indiana Code / Title 14 / Article 38 / Chapter 1 / Section 14-38-1-12
Other leases for petroleum extraction
Status: in_force

Sec. 12. (a) A petroleum lease other than a lease provided for in section 11 of this chapter may be granted in parcels as determined by the commission.

(b) A lease granted under this section must be at a royalty of:

(1) not less than twelve and one-half percent (12 1/2%) of all petroleum produced and saved from the land covered by the lease; or

(2) the market value of the petroleum;

at the option of the commission.

(c) A lease must provide for an annual rental, payable in advance, of from one dollar ($1) to ten dollars ($10) per acre, as the commission determines. Rentals shall be credited against future royalties.

(d) A lease must be for a primary term of ten (10) years.

(e) The forms and terms of a lease must be the same as the standard commercial petroleum lease generally in use in the territory in which the oil, gas, or other petroleum products are located, with the additional terms provided in this chapter and the rules of the commission. If the conditions contained in a standard commercial lease conflict with this chapter, this chapter controls.

[Pre-1995 Recodification Citation: 14-4-3-8.]

As added by P.L.1-1995, SEC.31.
Ind. Code § 14-19-10.3-2 — Indiana Code / Title 14 / Article 19 / Chapter 10.3 / Section 14-19-10.3-2
Fund established
Status: in_force

Sec. 2. (a) The recreational trail maintenance fund is established for the purpose of receiving money from the sources listed in subsection (b) for ultimate distribution to responsible parties to defray the costs of maintaining recreational trails. The department shall administer the fund.

(b) The fund consists of the following:

(1) Appropriations by the general assembly.

(2) Donations, gifts, and money received from any other source, including transfers from other funds or accounts.

(3) Federal grants or other federal appropriations.

(c) Expenses of administering the fund shall be paid from money in the fund.

(d) The treasurer of state shall invest the money in the fund not currently needed to meet the obligations of the fund in the same manner as other public money may be invested. Interest that accrues from these investments shall be deposited in the fund.

(e) Money in the fund at the end of a state fiscal year does not revert to the state general fund.

As added by P.L.219-2014, SEC.22.
Ind. Code § 14-24-2-4 — Indiana Code / Title 14 / Article 24 / Chapter 2 / Section 14-24-2-4
Duties regarding bee and honey industry
Status: in_force

Sec. 4. The division director shall aid and assist in the development and protection of the bee and honey industry in Indiana.

[Pre-1995 Recodification Citation: 14-7-3-4.]

As added by P.L.1-1995, SEC.17.
Ind. Code § 14-37-13-3 — Indiana Code / Title 14 / Article 37 / Chapter 13 / Section 14-37-13-3
Injunction
Status: in_force

Sec. 3. In addition to any civil penalty imposed for a violation of this article, the department may bring an action to enjoin the violator from continuing the violation.

[Pre-1995 Recodification Citation: 13-8-15-3.]

As added by P.L.1-1995, SEC.30. Amended by P.L.195-2014, SEC.44.
Ind. Code § 14-15-2-3 — Indiana Code / Title 14 / Article 15 / Chapter 2 / Section 14-15-2-3
Carburetor backfire arrest device
Status: in_force

Sec. 3. The carburetor on an inboard motorboat must be equipped with a stock factory device:

(1) designed and constructed to arrest backfire; and

(2) of a make or type approved by the United States Coast Guard.

[Pre-1995 Recodification Citation: 14-1-1-5.]

As added by P.L.1-1995, SEC.8.
Ind. Code § 14-8-2-304 — Indiana Code / Title 14 / Article 8 / Chapter 2 / Section 14-8-2-304
"Watercourse"
Status: in_force

Sec. 304. (a) "Watercourse", for purposes of IC 14-25 through IC 14-30, means a channel that:

(1) has defined banks;

(2) is cut by erosion of running water through turf, soil, rock, or other material; and

(3) has a bottom over which water flows for substantial periods of the year.

(b) The term includes the following:

(1) The upstream and downstream parts of a watercourse that is lost in a swamp or a lake if the watercourse emerges from the swamp or lake in a well defined channel.

(2) A watercourse that has been improved by confining the watercourse in an artificial channel.

[Pre-1995 Recodification Citation: 13-2-1-4(4).]

As added by P.L.1-1995, SEC.1. Amended by P.L.138-2018, SEC.2.
Ind. Code § 14-31-1-5 — Indiana Code / Title 14 / Article 31 / Chapter 1 / Section 14-31-1-5
"Nature preserve" defined
Status: in_force

Sec. 5. As used in this chapter, "nature preserve" means an area in which an estate, an interest, or a right has been formally dedicated under this chapter.

[Pre-1995 Recodification Citation: 14-4-5-2(b).]

As added by P.L.1-1995, SEC.24.
Ind. Code § 14-11-4-2 — Indiana Code / Title 14 / Article 11 / Chapter 4 / Section 14-11-4-2
"Owner" defined
Status: in_force

Sec. 2. As used in this chapter, "owner" means the person:

(1) listed on the tax assessment rolls as being responsible for the payment of real property taxes imposed on the property; and

(2) in whose name title to real property is shown in the records of the recorder of the county in which the real property is located.

[Pre-1995 Recodification Citation: 14-3-18-5.]

As added by P.L.1-1995, SEC.4.
Ind. Code § 14-34-4-6 — Indiana Code / Title 14 / Article 34 / Chapter 4 / Section 14-34-4-6
Conditions requiring public hearing
Status: in_force

Sec. 6. A public hearing shall be held on the proposed initial or revised application for a permit if any of the following conditions exist:

(1) The applicant requests a public hearing under section 4 of this chapter.

(2) A petition is filed with the director requesting a public hearing that is signed by at least twenty-five (25) individuals who are at least eighteen (18) years of age and who:

(A) reside in the county where the permitted activity would take place; or

(B) own real property within one (1) mile of the site of the proposed or existing permitted activity.

(3) The director orders a public hearing.

[Pre-1995 Recodification Citation: 13-4.1-4-2(c).]

As added by P.L.1-1995, SEC.27.
Ind. Code § 14-33-6-2 — Indiana Code / Title 14 / Article 33 / Chapter 6 / Section 14-33-6-2
Contents of district plan
Status: in_force

Sec. 2. (a) A district plan consists of an engineering report that sets forth the general, comprehensive plan for the accomplishment of each purpose for which the district was established. A district plan must contain the following:

(1) Descriptions of the following:

(A) The physical nature of the district.

(B) The problems confronting the district.

(C) The works of improvement needed.

(D) The location of the works of improvement.

(E) The benefits to be derived from the improvements.

(2) Maps, preliminary drawings, and estimates of costs based upon preliminary engineering surveys and studies.

(3) Copies of agreements or other arrangements with other persons or governmental agencies with respect to the financing, construction, maintenance, and operation of any of the works of improvement proposed in the plan.

(b) A district plan may initially provide works of improvement for the accomplishment of less than all the purposes for which the district was established if:

(1) there is good reason for accomplishing less than all the purposes; and

(2) assurance is given that the program for the accomplishment of the other purposes will be set forth in an amendment to the district plan.

(c) It is not necessary to prepare:

(1) detailed construction drawings and specifications; and

(2) refined cost estimates;

as a part of a district plan.

[Pre-1995 Recodification Citation: 13-3-3-50.]

As added by P.L.1-1995, SEC.26.
Ind. Code § 14-13-9-4 — Indiana Code / Title 14 / Article 13 / Chapter 9 / Section 14-13-9-4
"Taxable parcel"
Status: in_force

Sec. 4. As used in this chapter, "taxable parcel" refers to a parcel that is not exempt from property taxation under IC 6-1.1-10.

As added by P.L.282-2019, SEC.8.
Ind. Code § 14-22-13-9 — Indiana Code / Title 14 / Article 22 / Chapter 13 / Section 14-22-13-9
Validity; expiration
Status: in_force

Sec. 9. A license issued under this chapter:

(1) is valid for one (1) year; and

(2) expires December 31 of the year for which the license is valid.

[Pre-1995 Recodification Citation: 14-2-7-13(j).]

As added by P.L.1-1995, SEC.15. Amended by P.L.165-2011, SEC.14.
Ind. Code § 14-34-4-11 — Indiana Code / Title 14 / Article 34 / Chapter 4 / Section 14-34-4-11
Written findings
Status: in_force

Sec. 11. (a) If an informal conference or public hearing is held under section 5 of this chapter, the director shall furnish the applicant and all parties with written findings:

(1) granting or denying the permit in whole or in part; and

(2) stating the reasons for granting or denying the permit in whole or in part;

within sixty (60) days of the conference or public hearing.

(b) If the director does not take action on the permit application within sixty (60) days after the conference or public hearing, the applicant may do the following:

(1) Consider the permit application disapproved.

(2) Request a hearing under section 13 of this chapter.

(c) The applicant may waive the time limits of this section.

(d) If an informal conference or public hearing is not held under section 5 of this chapter, the director shall notify the applicant in writing within a reasonable time established by the commission by rule and taking into account:

(1) the time needed for proper investigation of the site;

(2) the complexity of the permit application; and

(3) whether or not written objections to the application were filed;

whether the application has been approved or disapproved in whole or in part.

[Pre-1995 Recodification Citation: 13-4.1-4-4.]

As added by P.L.1-1995, SEC.27.
Ind. Code § 14-8-2-29 — Indiana Code / Title 14 / Article 8 / Chapter 2 / Section 14-8-2-29
"Buildings and grounds"
Status: in_force

Sec. 29. "Buildings and grounds", for purposes of IC 14-20-7, has the meaning set forth in IC 14-20-7-1.

[Pre-1995 Recodification Citation: 14-6-27-1.]

As added by P.L.1-1995, SEC.1.
Ind. Code § 14-13-6-18 — Indiana Code / Title 14 / Article 13 / Chapter 6 / Section 14-13-6-18
Bylaws
Status: in_force

Sec. 18. The commission may adopt bylaws that the commission considers necessary for carrying out the functions of the commission under this chapter.

As added by P.L.135-1997, SEC.6.
Ind. Code § 14-33-5-16 — Indiana Code / Title 14 / Article 33 / Chapter 5 / Section 14-33-5-16
Compensation
Status: in_force

Sec. 16. (a) Except as provided in subsection (b), upon approval of the initial district plan, the directors are entitled to compensation in an amount that the court orders, but not to exceed:

(1) one hundred dollars ($100) for not more than two (2) regular or specially called board meetings per month; and

(2) fifty dollars ($50) for not more than five (5) days per month devoted to the work of the district in addition to any day for which payment is received under subdivision (1). In addition, the directors shall be reimbursed for actual expenses, including traveling expense at a rate equal to the rate paid to state officers and employees. Claims for expense reimbursement must be accompanied by an itemized written statement approved by a recorded motion of the board.

(b) At any time after all directors have been elected to the board, the directors may receive an increase in compensation up to a reasonable amount that is:

(1) approved by a majority vote of the board of directors; and

(2) authorized by a court order.

(c) An increase in compensation authorized under subsection (b) may not be based upon an increase of any tax, assessment, rates, or charges by the district.

(d) In addition to any compensation the directors may receive under subsection (b), the directors shall be reimbursed for actual expenses, including traveling expenses, at a rate equal to the rate paid to state officers and employees. Claims for expense reimbursement must be accompanied by an itemized written statement approved by a recorded motion of the board of directors.

[Pre-1995 Recodification Citation: 13-3-3-40.]

As added by P.L.1-1995, SEC.26. Amended by P.L.78-2007, SEC.2; P.L.113-2012, SEC.1.
Ind. Code § 14-32-4-16 — Indiana Code / Title 14 / Article 32 / Chapter 4 / Section 14-32-4-16
Quorum
Status: in_force

Sec. 16. A majority of the supervisors constitutes a quorum and the concurrence of a majority of the supervisors is required for the determination of any matter.

[Pre-1995 Recodification Citation: 13-3-1-7(l).]

As added by P.L.1-1995, SEC.25.
Ind. Code § 14-28-1-4 — Indiana Code / Title 14 / Article 28 / Chapter 1 / Section 14-28-1-4
"Water resources"
Status: in_force

Sec. 4. As used in this chapter, "water resources" means surface and subsurface water.

[Pre-1995 Recodification Citation: 13-2-22-3(16).]

As added by P.L.1-1995, SEC.21.
Ind. Code § 14-38-1-3 — Indiana Code / Title 14 / Article 38 / Chapter 1 / Section 14-38-1-3
"Petroleum" defined
Status: in_force

Sec. 3. As used in this chapter, "petroleum" means any liquid or gaseous hydrocarbon occurring in nature beneath the surface of the earth.

[Pre-1995 Recodification Citation: 14-4-3-1(2).]

As added by P.L.1-1995, SEC.31.
Ind. Code § 14-22-3.5-4 — Indiana Code / Title 14 / Article 22 / Chapter 3.5 / Section 14-22-3.5-4
Contents of fund
Status: in_force

Sec. 4. The fund consists of the revenue from watercraft registration fees paid by boat owners and deposited under IC 9-18.1-14.5-6.

As added by P.L.178-2019, SEC.65. Amended by P.L.164-2020, SEC.54.
Ind. Code § 14-34-11-4 — Indiana Code / Title 14 / Article 34 / Chapter 11 / Section 14-34-11-4
Modification of permits and bonds
Status: in_force

Sec. 4. All provisions of this article apply to surface impacts incident to an underground coal mine. However, the director may modify the:

(1) permit application requirements;

(2) permit approval or denial procedures; and

(3) bond requirements;

to accommodate the distinct difference between surface coal mining and underground coal mining.

[Pre-1995 Recodification Citation: 13-4.1-9-3.]

As added by P.L.1-1995, SEC.27.
Ind. Code § 14-23-7-6 — Indiana Code / Title 14 / Article 23 / Chapter 7 / Section 14-23-7-6
Annulment of proclamation
Status: in_force

Sec. 6. If, after the issuing of a proclamation, the governor is satisfied that the occasion has passed for maintaining the proclamation, the governor may annul the proclamation with another proclamation.

[Pre-1995 Recodification Citation: 14-5-7-6.]

As added by P.L.1-1995, SEC.16.
Ind. Code § 14-36-1-11 — Indiana Code / Title 14 / Article 36 / Chapter 1 / Section 14-36-1-11
"Reclamation" defined
Status: in_force

Sec. 11. As used in this chapter, "reclamation" means the rehabilitation of the area of land affected by surface mining under an approved reclamation plan.

[Pre-1995 Recodification Citation: 13-4-6-2(b).]

As added by P.L.1-1995, SEC.29.
Ind. Code § 14-13-6-6 — Indiana Code / Title 14 / Article 13 / Chapter 6 / Section 14-13-6-6
Establishment of commission
Status: in_force

Sec. 6. The Wabash River heritage corridor commission is established.

[Pre-1995 Recodification Citation: 14-6-36-7.]

As added by P.L.1-1995, SEC.6.
Ind. Code § 14-34-16-1 — Indiana Code / Title 14 / Article 34 / Chapter 16 / Section 14-34-16-1
Civil penalties; violations
Status: in_force

Sec. 1. (a) The director:

(1) may, after an opportunity for a public hearing under IC 4-21.5-3, assess a civil penalty on a permittee who violates:

(A) this article; or

(B) IC 13-4.1 (before its repeal); and

(2) shall, if the director has issued a cessation order for the violation to the permittee, assess a civil penalty.

(b) The civil penalty assessed under this section may be in an amount of not more than five thousand dollars ($5,000) for each violation.

(c) If an operator fails to correct a violation for which a notification has been issued under:

(1) IC 13-4.1-11-4 (before its repeal); or

(2) IC 14-34-15-5;

in the allotted time for correction, the director may, if a civil penalty is assessed, assess a civil penalty of not less than seven hundred fifty dollars ($750) for each day during which the failure or violation continues.

(d) The time for correction of a violation does not end until the entry of:

(1) a final order by the director, for review proceedings initiated by the operator if the director orders, after an expedited hearing, the suspension of the abatement requirements of the citation based upon a determination that the operator will suffer irreparable loss or damage from the application of those requirements; or

(2) an order of the court, for review proceedings initiated by the operator if the court orders the suspension of the abatement requirements of the citation.

(e) A civil penalty under this section is subject to an administrative adjudication under IC 4-21.5.

[Pre-1995 Recodification Citation: 13-4.1-12-1(a), (b) part.]

As added by P.L.1-1995, SEC.27. Amended by P.L.92-2025, SEC.59.
Ind. Code § 14-30-6-16 — Indiana Code / Title 14 / Article 30 / Chapter 6 / Section 14-30-6-16
Electronic meeting
Status: in_force

Sec. 16. The commission may adopt a bylaw to govern member participation in:

(1) a commission's; or

(2) an executive board's;

meeting by electronic communication.

As added by P.L.123-2026, SEC.38.
Ind. Code § 14-22-5-1 — Indiana Code / Title 14 / Article 22 / Chapter 5 / Section 14-22-5-1
"Fund" defined
Status: in_force

Sec. 1. As used in this chapter, "fund" refers to the deer research and management fund established by this chapter.

[Pre-1995 Recodification Citation: 14-3-19-1.]

As added by P.L.1-1995, SEC.15.
Ind. Code § 14-35-1-10 — Indiana Code / Title 14 / Article 35 / Chapter 1 / Section 14-35-1-10
Bond
Status: in_force

Sec. 10. Each proposal and bid must be accompanied by sufficient bond in an amount to be determined by the department for the restoration of land or water disturbed by exploration and mining.

[Pre-1995 Recodification Citation: 14-3-2-6 part.]

As added by P.L.1-1995, SEC.28.
Ind. Code § 14-8-2-271 — Indiana Code / Title 14 / Article 8 / Chapter 2 / Section 14-8-2-271
"Supervisor"
Status: in_force

Sec. 271. "Supervisor", for purposes of IC 14-32, refers to one (1) of the members of the governing body of a soil and water conservation district.

[Pre-1995 Recodification Citation: 13-3-1-3(2).]

As added by P.L.1-1995, SEC.1.
Ind. Code § 14-17-2-9 — Indiana Code / Title 14 / Article 17 / Chapter 2 / Section 14-17-2-9
State considered in possession of unoccupied conservation land
Status: in_force

Sec. 9. If for sixty (60) consecutive days conservation land designated under this chapter is not occupied by a party in possession under the record title, the state is considered in immediate actual possession of the real property for the purpose of protecting and conserving the real property's value and natural resources. Unless the real property is redeemed and all taxes due and unpaid have been paid in full, the department shall administer the real property and may maintain an action in the name of the state to recover the possession of the real property.

[Pre-1995 Recodification Citation: 4-17-11-5.]

As added by P.L.1-1995, SEC.10.
Ind. Code § 14-9-8-2 — Indiana Code / Title 14 / Article 9 / Chapter 8 / Section 14-9-8-2
"Division" defined
Status: in_force

Sec. 2. As used in this chapter, "division" refers to the law enforcement division.

[Pre-1995 Recodification Citation: 14-3-4-1(b).]

As added by P.L.1-1995, SEC.2.
Ind. Code § 14-34-5-9 — Indiana Code / Title 14 / Article 34 / Chapter 5 / Section 14-34-5-9
Review of outstanding permits
Status: in_force

Sec. 9. The director shall, within a time prescribed by rule, review outstanding permits. The director may require reasonable revision or modification of the permit provisions during the term of the permit if the revision or modification is based upon a written finding and is subject to the notice and hearing requirements established by IC 14-34-4.

[Pre-1995 Recodification Citation: 13-4.1-5-6.]

As added by P.L.1-1995, SEC.27.
Ind. Code § 14-22-14-15 — Indiana Code / Title 14 / Article 22 / Chapter 14 / Section 14-22-14-15
Repealed
Status: repealed

[Pre-1995 Recodification Citation: 14-2-12-17.]

As added by P.L.1-1995, SEC.15. Repealed by P.L.141-2022, SEC.22.
Ind. Code § 14-23-4-3 — Indiana Code / Title 14 / Article 23 / Chapter 4 / Section 14-23-4-3
Permits, leases, and contracts
Status: in_force

Sec. 3. (a) The department may issue permits, execute leases, or contract for the removal of merchantable timber from the state forests under this chapter. A permit, lease, or contract must do the following:

(1) Determine and fix the area within which it is lawful and in the best interests of the state to permit the removal of timber.

(2) Specify the nature of the timber to be removed.

(b) A permit, lease, or contract must include specific provisions for at least the following:

(1) Adequate fire prevention measures.

(2) The completion of harvesting operations, which includes the disposition of the slash and repair of rights-of-way.

(3) Granting of rights-of-way.

(4) Compliance with rules adopted by the department to carry out this chapter.

(5) Reports to the department by the person authorized to remove the timber.

(6) Authorization for the state forester or the state forester's designee to inspect the activities.

(7) Revocation of permits for failure to comply with any of the following:

(A) This chapter.

(B) Rules adopted under this chapter.

[Pre-1995 Recodification Citations: 14-5-4-2(c); 14-5-4-2(d); 14-5-4-2(f); 14-5-4-3(a).]

As added by P.L.1-1995, SEC.16.
Ind. Code § 14-29-7-4 — Indiana Code / Title 14 / Article 29 / Chapter 7 / Section 14-29-7-4
Election to participate
Status: in_force

Sec. 4. The board of county commissioners of each county containing a river for which a river commission has been established may elect that the county participate in the river commission.

[Pre-1995 Recodification Citation: 13-2-27-3.]

As added by P.L.1-1995, SEC.22.
Ind. Code § 14-8-2-171 — Indiana Code / Title 14 / Article 8 / Chapter 2 / Section 14-8-2-171
"Mussel"
Status: in_force

Sec. 171. "Mussel", for purposes of IC 14-22, means a mollusk possessing a hard, pearly, hinged shell that:

(1) is capable of closing and opening; and

(2) completely encases and protects the living organism.

[Pre-1995 Recodification Citation: 14-2-2-1 part.]

As added by P.L.1-1995, SEC.1.
Ind. Code § 14-8-2-282.5 — Indiana Code / Title 14 / Article 8 / Chapter 2 / Section 14-8-2-282.5
"Trained"
Status: in_force

Sec. 282.5. "Trained", for purposes of IC 14-22-26.5, has the meaning set forth in IC 14-22-26.5-5.

As added by P.L.96-2022, SEC.6.
Ind. Code § 14-38-1-24 — Indiana Code / Title 14 / Article 38 / Chapter 1 / Section 14-38-1-24
Prospecting permits or leases
Status: in_force

Sec. 24. (a) This section applies to an application for prospecting permits or leases for the following:

(1) Shore lands.

(2) River beds.

(3) Lake beds.

(b) The owner of the right to prospect for and develop and produce petroleum from the abutting land has a preferential right for thirty (30) days after the owner has received notice from the commission of the application for:

(1) a prospecting permit; or

(2) if petroleum has been discovered in commercial quantities in a structure underlying the abutting land, a lease;

for the part of the shore land, river bed, and lake bed that adjoins the abutting land upon the terms and conditions provided in this chapter, notwithstanding any acreage limitations provided in this chapter for permits and leases.

[Pre-1995 Recodification Citation: 14-4-3-20.]

As added by P.L.1-1995, SEC.31.
Ind. Code § 14-27-7-1 — Indiana Code / Title 14 / Article 27 / Chapter 7 / Section 14-27-7-1
"Owner" defined
Status: in_force

Sec. 1. As used in this chapter, "owner" means an individual, a firm, a partnership, a copartnership, a lessee, an association, a corporation, an executor, an administrator, a trustee, the state, an agency of the state, a municipal corporation, a political subdivision of the state, a legal entity, a drainage district, a levee district, a conservancy district, any other district established by law, or any other person who has a right, a title, or an interest in or to the property upon which the levee, dike, or floodwall and appurtenant works is located.

[Pre-1995 Recodification Citation: 13-2-20-1(2).]

As added by P.L.1-1995, SEC.20. Amended by P.L.148-2002, SEC.6.
Ind. Code § 14-34-19-2 — Indiana Code / Title 14 / Article 34 / Chapter 19 / Section 14-34-19-2
Lands and water eligible for reclamation or drainage abatement expenditures
Status: in_force

Sec. 2. (a) Lands and water eligible for reclamation or drainage abatement expenditures under this chapter are those:

(1) that were:

(A) mined for coal; or

(B) affected by the mining, wastebanks, coal processing, or other coal mining processes;

(2) that were:

(A) abandoned; or

(B) left in an inadequate reclamation status;

before August 3, 1977; and

(3) for which there is not a continuing reclamation responsibility under state or federal law.

(b) Surface coal mining operations on lands eligible for remining do not affect the eligibility of the lands for reclamation and restoration under this chapter after the release of the bond or deposit for the operation under IC 14-34-6.

[Pre-1995 Recodification Citation: 13-4.1-15-2.]

As added by P.L.1-1995, SEC.27. Amended by P.L.179-1995, SEC.9.
Ind. Code § 14-37-13-1 — Indiana Code / Title 14 / Article 37 / Chapter 13 / Section 14-37-13-1
Permit revocation
Status: in_force

Sec. 1. The commission may revoke a permit issued under this article if the commission finds any of the following:

(1) The permit was issued through fraud or misrepresentation.

(2) The owner or operator has violated:

(A) this article; or

(B) a rule adopted under this article.

(3) The information or conditions upon which a permit was issued have substantially changed since issuance.

(4) The operation of a well for oil and gas purposes is polluting the water or land in Indiana.

(5) The owner or operator has been issued a notice of violation under IC 14-37-12 and has failed to do at least one (1) of the following:

(A) Abate the violation within the prescribed period.

(B) Secure in writing from the division an extension of time in which to abate the violation before the expiration of the period established for abatement.

(C) Request a proceeding under IC 4-21.5-3-6 within:

(i) thirty (30) days after receipt of the notification; or

(ii) the period provided by the division for abatement;

whichever is longer.

[Pre-1995 Recodification Citation: 13-8-15-1.]

As added by P.L.1-1995, SEC.30.
Ind. Code § 14-20-9-3 — Indiana Code / Title 14 / Article 20 / Chapter 9 / Section 14-20-9-3
State to maintain real property as memorial
Status: in_force

Sec. 3. The state pledges to maintain in perpetuity the real property as:

(1) a public memorial to the distinguished services and life of Wilbur Wright; and

(2) a permanent tribute to this noted Hoosier.

[Pre-1995 Recodification Citation: 14-6-19-2.]

As added by P.L.1-1995, SEC.13.
Ind. Code § 14-29-3-3 — Indiana Code / Title 14 / Article 29 / Chapter 3 / Section 14-29-3-3
Conditions of permit; removal of sand from Lake Michigan prohibited
Status: in_force

Sec. 3. (a) A permit issued under this chapter must include the following conditions:

(1) The permittee shall give bond in the amount and with surety approved by the department for full and prompt compliance with the terms and conditions of the permit.

(2) The permittee shall, monthly or quarterly as the department stipulates, make to the department a verified report and full account and payment for all mineral or substance taken during the preceding month or quarter.

(3) The department may, at any time in reasonable hours, inspect the following:

(A) All books, papers, and records of the permittee relating to the account.

(B) The works and workings of the permittee.

(4) The department may revoke or suspend the permit for the failure of the permittee to comply with this chapter or with the terms and conditions of the permit.

(5) Subject to suspension or revocation, the permit will remain in force for the period that the department determines, not to exceed five (5) years from the date of issuance. However, the permit may be renewed by the permittee by written application filed with the department six (6) months before expiration of the permit.

(6) The works, workings, and operations under the permit must not do any of the following:

(A) Impede the navigation of the water.

(B) Damage or endanger a bridge, highway, railroad, public work, utility, or the property of a riparian owner or adjoining proprietor or adjacent permittee.

(C) Endanger the lives of individuals.

(7) The permittee shall take the measures, to be determined by the department and stipulated in the permit, that are reasonable to avoid the damage and danger.

(8) Except as provided in subsections (c) and (d), if the permittee takes sand from the bed or from under the bed of Lake Michigan, the sand may only be deposited on the beach of Lake Michigan and may not be removed to any other place or used for any other purpose.

(b) The department may also prescribe other reasonable conditions in the permit that are in the best interests of the state.

(c) A permittee that, in accordance with permit conditions, dredges not more than ten (10) cubic yards of sand from the bed or from under the bed of Lake Michigan within a period of thirty (30) days is exempt from subsection (a)(8) with respect to that quantity of sand.

(d) Notwithstanding subsection (a)(8), if the director determines that sand taken from the bed or from under the bed of Lake Michigan contains a toxic material (as defined in IC 13-11-2-233) or a substance that is potentially harmful to human health or to the environment, the sand shall be disposed of in a manner consistent with IC 13-22.

[Pre-1995 Recodification Citation: 14-3-1-14.5(d).]

As added by P.L.1-1995, SEC.22. Amended by P.L.51-2018, SEC.1.
Ind. Code § 14-23-6.6-10 — Indiana Code / Title 14 / Article 23 / Chapter 6.6 / Section 14-23-6.6-10
Actual damages
Status: in_force

Sec. 10. Damages for injuries or losses as result of a prescribed burn are limited to actual damages.

As added by P.L.124-2025, SEC.1.
Ind. Code § 14-12-1-13 — Indiana Code / Title 14 / Article 12 / Chapter 1 / Section 14-12-1-13
Coordination of expenditures
Status: in_force

Sec. 13. Expenditures from the fund shall be coordinated with expenditures under the President Benjamin Harrison conservation trust program established by IC 14-12-2.

[Pre-1995 Recodification Citation: 14-3-17-16.]

As added by P.L.1-1995, SEC.5. Amended by P.L.172-2016, SEC.4.
Ind. Code § 14-8-2-178 — Indiana Code / Title 14 / Article 8 / Chapter 2 / Section 14-8-2-178
"Net worth"
Status: in_force

Sec. 178. "Net worth", for purposes of IC 14-34-7, has the meaning set forth in IC 14-34-7-2.

[Pre-1995 Recodification Citation: 13-4.1-6.3-6.]

As added by P.L.1-1995, SEC.1.
Ind. Code § 14-28-4-31 — Indiana Code / Title 14 / Article 28 / Chapter 4 / Section 14-28-4-31
Effect of ordinances adopted under IC 36-7
Status: in_force

Sec. 31. The adoption of a zoning ordinance under IC 36-7 that provides for flood plain management within the jurisdiction of a county or municipality immediately voids a flood plain commission, ordinance, or regulation adopted under:

(1) this chapter; or

(2) IC 13-2-22.6 (before its repeal).

[Pre-1995 Recodification Citation: 13-2-22.6-27.]

As added by P.L.1-1995, SEC.21.
Ind. Code § 14-8-2-193 — Indiana Code / Title 14 / Article 8 / Chapter 2 / Section 14-8-2-193
Repealed
Status: repealed

[Pre-1995 Recodification Citation: 13-2-22.2-13.]

As added by P.L.1-1995, SEC.1. Repealed by P.L.2-1997, SEC.91.
Ind. Code § 14-36-1-31 — Indiana Code / Title 14 / Article 36 / Chapter 1 / Section 14-36-1-31
Modification, suspension, or revocation of permit
Status: in_force

Sec. 31. (a) The commission may modify, suspend, or revoke a permit under IC 4-21.5 if the commission finds that the operator holding the permit has failed to comply with any of the following:

(1) The terms of this chapter.

(2) A rule of the commission.

(3) An order of the director.

(b) Upon revocation, the bond insuring compliance with the revoked permit is forfeited.

[Pre-1995 Recodification Citation: 13-4-6-8.]

As added by P.L.1-1995, SEC.29.
Ind. Code § 14-22-10-2 — Indiana Code / Title 14 / Article 22 / Chapter 10 / Section 14-22-10-2
Restrictions on landowner liability to recreational users
Status: in_force

Sec. 2. (a) As used in this section and section 2.5 of this chapter, "governmental entity" means any of the following:

(1) The government of the United States of America.

(2) The state.

(3) A county.

(4) A city.

(5) A town.

(6) A township.

(7) The following, if created by the Constitution of the United States, the Constitution of the State of Indiana, a statute, an ordinance, a rule, or an order:

(A) An agency.

(B) A board.

(C) A commission.

(D) A committee.

(E) A council.

(F) A department.

(G) A district.

(H) A public body corporate and politic.

(b) As used in this section and section 2.5 of this chapter, "monetary consideration" means a fee or other charge for permission to go upon a tract of land. The term does not include:

(1) the gratuitous sharing of game, fish, or other products of the recreational use of the land;

(2) services rendered for the purpose of wildlife management; or

(3) contributions in kind made for the purpose of wildlife management.

(c) As used in this section and section 2.5 of this chapter, "owner" means a governmental entity or another person that:

(1) has a fee interest in;

(2) is a tenant, a lessee, or an occupant of; or

(3) is in control of;

a tract of land.

(d) A person who goes upon or through the premises, including caves, of another:

(1) with or without permission; and

(2) either:

(A) without the payment of monetary consideration; or

(B) with the payment of monetary consideration directly or indirectly on the person's behalf by an agency of the state or federal government;

for the purpose of swimming, camping, hiking, sightseeing, exercising, cycling, or accessing or departing from a trail, a greenway, or another similar area, or for any other purpose (other than the purposes described in section 2.5 of this chapter) is subject to the limitations of liability granted to the owner of the premises described in subsection (e).

(e) The owner of the premises does not assume responsibility or incur liability for an injury or damage to a:

(1) person caused by:

(A) an act; or

(B) the failure to act;

of another person using the premises;

(2) person caused by a condition on the land; or

(3) person's property caused by:

(A) the act of another person using the premises; or

(B) a condition on the land.

(f) This section does not affect the following:

(1) Business invitees in for-profit establishments.

(2) The attractive nuisance doctrine.

(g) This section does not excuse the owner or occupant of premises from liability for injury to a person or property caused by a malicious or an illegal act of the owner or occupant.

(h) This section does not apply to a parcel of land assessed as residential land.

[Pre-1995 Recodification Citation: 14-2-6-3.]

As added by P.L.1-1995, SEC.15. Amended by P.L.178-1995, SEC.3; P.L.138-1997, SEC.2; P.L.75-1998, SEC.2; P.L.29-2018, SEC.1; P.L.113-2019, SEC.1; P.L.123-2026, SEC.31.
Ind. Code § 14-13-2-11 — Indiana Code / Title 14 / Article 13 / Chapter 2 / Section 14-13-2-11
Per diem compensation and traveling expenses
Status: in_force

Sec. 11. (a) Each commission member is entitled to reimbursement for traveling and other expenses as provided in the state travel policies and procedures established by the Indiana department of administration and approved by the budget agency.

(b) Each appointed commission member is entitled to the minimum salary per diem as provided in IC 4-10-11-2.1(b).

[Pre-1995 Recodification Citation: 14-6-29.5-2(d) part.]

As added by P.L.1-1995, SEC.6.
Ind. Code § 14-31-2-17 — Indiana Code / Title 14 / Article 31 / Chapter 2 / Section 14-31-2-17
Rules
Status: in_force

Sec. 17. The commission may adopt rules under IC 4-22-2 to implement this chapter.

[Pre-1995 Recodification Citation: 14-4-5.1-10.]

As added by P.L.1-1995, SEC.24.
Ind. Code § 14-18-11-2 — Indiana Code / Title 14 / Article 18 / Chapter 11 / Section 14-18-11-2
Approval of terms and conditions of rights-of-way
Status: in_force

Sec. 2. The terms and conditions upon which the rights-of-way are granted and conveyed by deed under this chapter must be submitted to and approved by:

(1) the governor;

(2) the attorney general; and

(3) the Indiana department of administration;

before the deed becomes operative or possession is taken under a deed.

[Pre-1995 Recodification Citation: 32-5-5-2.]

As added by P.L.1-1995, SEC.11. Amended by P.L.53-2001, SEC.2; P.L.1-2002, SEC.69.
Ind. Code § 14-29-4-8 — Indiana Code / Title 14 / Article 29 / Chapter 4 / Section 14-29-4-8
Rules adoption
Status: in_force

Sec. 8. The commission may adopt rules under IC 4-22-2 to administer this chapter.

[Pre-1995 Recodification Citation: 13-2-18.5-8.]

As added by P.L.1-1995, SEC.22.
Ind. Code § 14-11-3-0.3 — Indiana Code / Title 14 / Article 11 / Chapter 3 / Section 14-11-3-0.3
"Bureau" defined
Status: in_force

Sec. 0.3. As used in this chapter, "bureau" refers to the child support bureau (Title IV-D agency) established under IC 31-25-3.

As added by P.L.257-1997(ss), SEC.26. Amended by P.L.145-2006, SEC.130.
Ind. Code § 14-34-5-8.2 — Indiana Code / Title 14 / Article 34 / Chapter 5 / Section 14-34-5-8.2
Nonsignificant revision; determination
Status: in_force

Sec. 8.2. For purposes of sections 7, 8, and 8.3 of this chapter, a proposed permit revision is nonsignificant if any of the following conditions exist:

(1) For surface mines, changes of the:

(A) direction of mining; or

(B) location of mining equipment;

within the permit area.

(2) The substitution of mining equipment designed for the same purpose, the use of which is not detrimental to the achievement of final reclamation or subsidence control.

(3) For underground mines, any change in the direction or location of mining within the permit area or shadow area in response to unanticipated events.

(4) A postmining land use change other than a change described in section 8.1(8) of this chapter.

(5) Any other change in the mining or reclamation plan that the director reasonably determines:

(A) will not have a significant effect:

(i) on the achievement of final reclamation plans under IC 14-34-3-12;

(ii) on subsidence control plans; and

(iii) on the surrounding area;

(B) does not involve significant delay in achieving final reclamation or significant change in the land use; or

(C) is necessitated by unanticipated and unusually adverse weather conditions, other acts of God, strikes, or other causes beyond the reasonable control of the permittee, if all steps specified by the director to maximize environmental protection are taken.

As added by P.L.75-1998, SEC.9.
Ind. Code § 14-8-2-16 — Indiana Code / Title 14 / Article 8 / Chapter 2 / Section 14-8-2-16
"Artifact"
Status: in_force

Sec. 16. "Artifact", for purposes of IC 14-21-1, has the meaning set forth in IC 14-21-1-2.

[Pre-1995 Recodification Citation: 14-3-3.4-1 part.]

As added by P.L.1-1995, SEC.1.
Ind. Code § 14-22-4-4 — Indiana Code / Title 14 / Article 22 / Chapter 4 / Section 14-22-4-4
Gifts
Status: in_force

Sec. 4. The department may accept gifts to enrich the fund. The proceeds of the gifts shall be deposited in the fund.

[Pre-1995 Recodification Citation: 14-3-1-16.5(b).]

As added by P.L.1-1995, SEC.15.
Ind. Code § 14-18-3-8 — Indiana Code / Title 14 / Article 18 / Chapter 3 / Section 14-18-3-8
Interview of bidders
Status: in_force

Sec. 8. The department shall interview each bidder to discover the resources and experience of the bidder.

[Pre-1995 Recodification Citation: 14-3-9-6 part.]

As added by P.L.1-1995, SEC.11.
Ind. Code § 14-8-2-156 — Indiana Code / Title 14 / Article 8 / Chapter 2 / Section 14-8-2-156
"Log"
Status: in_force

Sec. 156. "Log" means a systematic, written record that describes the strata and formations progressively encountered while drilling a well for oil and gas purposes or a test hole, including water, oil, and gas formations and other underground resources. The term includes data usually recorded during drilling.

[Pre-1995 Recodification Citations: 13-4-5-2(4); 13-8-2-14.]

As added by P.L.1-1995, SEC.1.
Ind. Code § 14-8-1-1 — Indiana Code / Title 14 / Article 8 / Chapter 1 / Section 14-8-1-1
Applicability of definitions
Status: in_force

Sec. 1. Except as otherwise provided, the definitions in this article apply throughout this title and 312 IAC.

[1995 Recodification Citation: New.]

As added by P.L.1-1995, SEC.1. Amended by P.L.123-2026, SEC.1.
Ind. Code § 14-26-8-60 — Indiana Code / Title 14 / Article 26 / Chapter 8 / Section 14-26-8-60
Liability of surveyor on bond
Status: in_force

Sec. 60. (a) If a surveyor fails to perform any work required of the surveyor by this chapter, after ten (10) days written notice to the surveyor by any interested person the surveyor is liable with the surveyor's sureties on the surveyor's official bond:

(1) for all damages caused by the failure to perform the duty, including reasonable attorney's fees; and

(2) to the person damaged.

(b) An action on the bond of the surveyor for failure to perform a duty must be brought in the name of the state on the relation of:

(1) the county auditor; or

(2) the person injured.

[Pre-1995 Recodification Citation: 13-2-18-22.]

As added by P.L.1-1995, SEC.19.
Ind. Code § 14-34-4-3 — Indiana Code / Title 14 / Article 34 / Chapter 4 / Section 14-34-4-3
Comments concerning applications
Status: in_force

Sec. 3. (a) The local bodies, agencies, authorities, or companies notified under section 2 of this chapter may, within thirty (30) days of notification, submit written comments concerning the permit applications with respect to the effect of the proposed surface coal mining operation on the environment in their area of responsibility.

(b) The director shall immediately do the following:

(1) Transmit the comments to the applicant.

(2) Make the comments available to the public at the same locations that the permit applications are available.

[Pre-1995 Recodification Citation: 13-4.1-4-1(d).]

As added by P.L.1-1995, SEC.27.
Ind. Code § 14-13-6-13 — Indiana Code / Title 14 / Article 13 / Chapter 6 / Section 14-13-6-13
Compensation and expenses
Status: in_force

Sec. 13. (a) Except as provided in subsection (b), a member of the commission appointed under section 7(2) of this chapter is not entitled to a salary per diem.

(b) While away from the member's home and regular place of business in the performance of services for the commission, a member of the commission appointed under section 7(2) of this chapter is entitled to reimbursement for:

(1) travel expenses, as provided under IC 4-13-1-4; and

(2) other expenses actually incurred in connection with the member's duties;

as provided in the state policies and procedures established by the Indiana department of administration and approved by the budget agency.

(c) A member of the commission appointed under section 7(2) of this chapter shall be reimbursed for other reasonable expenses that the member incurs in the performance of the member's duties under this chapter.

[Pre-1995 Recodification Citation: 14-6-36-12.]

As added by P.L.1-1995, SEC.6. Amended by P.L.135-1997, SEC.4.
Ind. Code § 14-30.5-1-5 — Indiana Code / Title 14 / Article 30.5 / Chapter 1 / Section 14-30.5-1-5
"Indiana business"
Status: in_force

Sec. 5. "Indiana business" has the meaning set forth in IC 5-22-15-20.5.

As added by P.L.251-2023, SEC.13.
Ind. Code § 14-33-20-2 — Indiana Code / Title 14 / Article 33 / Chapter 20 / Section 14-33-20-2
"Commission" defined
Status: in_force

Sec. 2. As used in this chapter, "commission" refers to the Indiana utility regulatory commission.

[Pre-1995 Recodification Citation: 13-3-4-1(b).]

As added by P.L.1-1995, SEC.26.
Ind. Code § 14-13-6-11 — Indiana Code / Title 14 / Article 13 / Chapter 6 / Section 14-13-6-11
Designated member
Status: in_force

Sec. 11. If a member of the commission is unable to attend a meeting of the commission, the member may designate an individual to act in the member's place at the meeting.

[Pre-1995 Recodification Citation: 14-6-36-11.]

As added by P.L.1-1995, SEC.6.
Ind. Code § 14-9-8-24 — Indiana Code / Title 14 / Article 9 / Chapter 8 / Section 14-9-8-24
Persons authorized to enforce fish and wildlife laws
Status: in_force

Sec. 24. The director may authorize a person who is not a conservation officer to enforce Indiana fish and wildlife laws as if the person were a conservation officer under the following conditions:

(1) The person must be a full-time law enforcement officer in Indiana or a full-time conservation law enforcement officer from another state, the United States, or Canada.

(2) The person's employer must agree, in writing, to continue the person's level of compensation, including all insurance, medical, retirement, and other benefits, and must agree that no additional compensation or benefits will be paid by the state.

(3) The authorization may not be for longer than ninety (90) days, but the authorization may be renewed.

(4) The authorization must relate to a specific problem or operation.

(5) The authorization must be in writing.

[Pre-1995 Recodification Citation: 14-3-4-14(a).]

As added by P.L.1-1995, SEC.2.
Ind. Code § 14-20-15-14 — Indiana Code / Title 14 / Article 20 / Chapter 15 / Section 14-20-15-14
Reporting requirement
Status: in_force

Sec. 14. On or before July 1, 2027, and July 1 biennially thereafter, the commission shall submit a report to the executive director of the legislative services agency, in an electronic format under IC 5-14-6, for review by the interim committee on government in accordance with IC 1-1-15.5-4 and IC 2-5-1.3-13(g). The report shall describe:

(1) official action taken; and

(2) actionable items considered;

by the commission during the preceding two (2) years.

As added by P.L.161-2025, SEC.22.
Ind. Code § 14-8-2-70 — Indiana Code / Title 14 / Article 8 / Chapter 2 / Section 14-8-2-70
"Diffused surface water"
Status: in_force

Sec. 70. "Diffused surface water", for purposes of IC 14-25 through IC 14-29, means water that comes from falling rain or melting snow or ice and that:

(1) is diffused over the surface of the ground or that temporarily flows vagrantly on or over the surface of the ground as the natural elevations and depressions of the surface of the earth guide the water; and

(2) has no definite banks or channel.

[Pre-1995 Recodification Citation: 13-2-1-4(3).]

As added by P.L.1-1995, SEC.1.
Ind. Code § 14-28-1-3.5 — Indiana Code / Title 14 / Article 28 / Chapter 1 / Section 14-28-1-3.5
"Logjam"
Status: in_force

Sec. 3.5. As used in this chapter, "logjam" means an accumulation of lodged trees, root wads, or other debris that impedes the ordinary flow of water through a waterway. The term does not include the development of sandbars, sedimentation, or accumulations of stone or gravel. Logjams are evidenced by a blockage that does any of the following:

(1) Traverses the waterway.

(2) Causes upstream ponding.

(3) Results in significant bank erosion.

As added by P.L.105-2024, SEC.3.
Ind. Code § 14-30-6-7 — Indiana Code / Title 14 / Article 30 / Chapter 6 / Section 14-30-6-7
Officers
Status: in_force

Sec. 7. (a) A commission shall annually elect from among the voting members the following officers:

(1) A chairperson.

(2) A vice chairperson.

(3) A secretary.

(4) A treasurer.

(b) The officers elected under subsection (a) shall perform the duties specified in the commission's bylaws.

(c) A commission may establish other offices, including an executive director, and determine the means for filling the offices. Any salary or benefits provided to the individual must be paid by the commission that establishes the office.

As added by P.L.123-2026, SEC.38.
Ind. Code § 14-28-1-40 — Indiana Code / Title 14 / Article 28 / Chapter 1 / Section 14-28-1-40
Repealed
Status: repealed

As added by P.L.141-2022, SEC.47. Repealed by P.L.175-2023, SEC.1.
Ind. Code § 14-31-3-8 — Indiana Code / Title 14 / Article 31 / Chapter 3 / Section 14-31-3-8
License requirements
Status: in_force

Sec. 8. (a) To obtain a ginseng dealer's license, a person must do the following:

(1) Apply to the department for the license in the manner prescribed by the department.

(2) Pay a license fee of one hundred dollars ($100) before August 15 of each year.

(b) A ginseng dealer's license expires annually on August 31.

[Pre-1995 Recodification Citation: 14-4-8-3.]

As added by P.L.1-1995, SEC.24. Amended by P.L.186-2003, SEC.76.
Ind. Code § 14-27-8-15 — Indiana Code / Title 14 / Article 27 / Chapter 8 / Section 14-27-8-15
Drainage commissioners; quorum
Status: in_force

Sec. 15. A majority of the drainage commissioners constitutes a quorum. A quorum is sufficient in any matter within their duties as drainage commissioners.

[Pre-1995 Recodification Citation: 13-2-21-6(a) part.]

As added by P.L.1-1995, SEC.20.
Ind. Code § 14-19-7-3 — Indiana Code / Title 14 / Article 19 / Chapter 7 / Section 14-19-7-3
Cooperation with political subdivisions
Status: in_force

Sec. 3. The department may cooperate with Indiana political subdivisions to develop and implement plans for appropriate facilities within and adjacent to the Falls of the Ohio National Wildlife Conservation Area.

[Pre-1995 Recodification Citation: 14-6-34-3.]

As added by P.L.1-1995, SEC.12.
Ind. Code § 14-13-4-8 — Indiana Code / Title 14 / Article 13 / Chapter 4 / Section 14-13-4-8
Quorum
Status: in_force

Sec. 8. Seven (7) voting members constitute a quorum.

[Pre-1995 Recodification Citation: 14-6-33-7.]

As added by P.L.1-1995, SEC.6.
Ind. Code § 14-20-7-3 — Indiana Code / Title 14 / Article 20 / Chapter 7 / Section 14-20-7-3
Donations
Status: in_force

Sec. 3. The Indiana state museum and historic sites corporation (IC 4-37-2-1) may receive donations for the upkeep of the monument provided for in this chapter.

[Pre-1995 Recodification Citation: 14-6-27-3.]

As added by P.L.1-1995, SEC.13. Amended by P.L.167-2011, SEC.19.