Ind. Code § 25-2.1-10-7 — Indiana Code / Title 25 / Article 2.1 / Chapter 10 / Section 25-2.1-10-7
Notice of sanctions; foreign state accountancy boards; other state authorities and professional organizations
Status: in_force

Sec. 7. (a) If the board renders a decision imposing discipline against a licensee under IC 25-1-11, the board shall examine its records to determine whether the licensee holds a certificate or a permit to practice accountancy in another state and, if so, the board shall notify the board of accountancy of that state of the board's decision.

(b) The board may also furnish information relating to proceedings resulting in disciplinary action to other public authorities and to private professional organizations having a disciplinary interest in the licensee.

As added by P.L.30-1993, SEC.7. Amended by P.L.173-1996, SEC.4.
Ind. Code § 25-38.1-1-8 — Indiana Code / Title 25 / Article 38.1 / Chapter 1 / Section 25-38.1-1-8
"ECFVG certificate"
Status: in_force

Sec. 8. "ECFVG certificate" means a certificate issued by the American Veterinary Medical Association Educational Commission for Foreign Veterinary Graduates, indicating that the holder has demonstrated knowledge and skill equivalent to that possessed by a graduate of an accredited college of veterinary medicine.

[Pre-2008 Title 15 Recodification Citation: 15-5-1.1-2 part.]

As added by P.L.2-2008, SEC.12.
Ind. Code § 25-19-1-3.2 — Indiana Code / Title 25 / Article 19 / Chapter 1 / Section 25-19-1-3.2
Health facility administrators; examination; scope of topics; fee; failure to achieve passing score
Status: in_force

Sec. 3.2. (a) An individual who applies to the board for a health facility administrator license must successfully pass a state jurisprudence examination that covers the following topics:

(1) Applicable standards of environmental health and safety.

(2) Local health and safety regulation.

(3) General administration.

(4) Psychology of patient care.

(5) Principles of medical care.

(6) Pharmaceutical services and drug handling.

(7) Personal and social care.

(8) Therapeutic and supportive care and services in long term care.

(9) Departmental organization and management.

(10) Community interrelationships.

(b) An applicant must submit a completed application and pay any required fee before the applicant may take the examination described in subsection (a).

(c) An applicant who takes the examination and does not achieve a passing score may not take the examination described in subsection (a) more than three (3) additional times.

(d) If an applicant takes the examination the maximum number of times allowed under subsection (c) and fails to achieve a passing score, the board may request that the applicant appear before the board. The board may require the applicant to provide the board with evidence of the following:

(1) The applicant completed not more than one hundred (100) hours of continuing education hours, as approved by the board.

(2) A new application for an administrator in training program.

(3) The applicant has applied for an administrator in training program.

(4) The applicant meets all other requirements for a health facility administrator license at the time the applicant reapplies for a license.

As added by P.L.149-2023, SEC.25. Amended by P.L.9-2024, SEC.461.
Ind. Code § 25-33.5-12-5 — Indiana Code / Title 25 / Article 33.5 / Chapter 12 / Section 25-33.5-12-5
Appeal; costs and attorney's fees
Status: in_force

Sec. 5. The defaulting state may appeal the action of the commission by petitioning the United States District Court for the state of Georgia or the federal district where the compact has the compact's principal offices. The prevailing member shall be awarded all costs of the litigation, including reasonable attorney's fees.

As added by P.L.65-2022, SEC.2.
Ind. Code § 25-26-16.5-1 — Indiana Code / Title 25 / Article 26 / Chapter 16.5 / Section 25-26-16.5-1
Application
Status: in_force

Sec. 1. This chapter applies to a health facility licensed under IC 16-28.

As added by P.L.75-2004, SEC.3.
Ind. Code § 25-19-1-12 — Indiana Code / Title 25 / Article 19 / Chapter 1 / Section 25-19-1-12
Approval and promulgation of rules and regulations
Status: in_force

Sec. 12. All rules and regulations authorized by this chapter, to become effective, shall be first approved by the board and then promulgated in the manner provided by law for the promulgation of rules and regulations of administrative bodies and when so promulgated shall be the only rules and regulations governing the licensing of health facility administrators as defined in this chapter, in the state.

Formerly: Acts 1969, c.84, s.12. As amended by Acts 1982, P.L.154, SEC.77.
Ind. Code § 25-28.5-1-18 — Indiana Code / Title 25 / Article 28.5 / Chapter 1 / Section 25-28.5-1-18
Repealed
Status: repealed

Formerly: Acts 1972, P.L.188, SEC.1. As amended by Acts 1980, P.L.166, SEC.3. Repealed by Acts 1981, P.L.222, SEC.296.
Ind. Code § 25-27.5-2-3 — Indiana Code / Title 25 / Article 27.5 / Chapter 2 / Section 25-27.5-2-3
Board
Status: in_force

Sec. 3. "Board" refers to the medical licensing board of Indiana.

As added by P.L.227-1993, SEC.11.
Ind. Code § 25-2.1-2-7 — Indiana Code / Title 25 / Article 2.1 / Chapter 2 / Section 25-2.1-2-7
Meetings
Status: in_force

Sec. 7. The board shall meet at times and places determined by the board.

As added by P.L.30-1993, SEC.7.
Ind. Code § 25-1-5-6 — Indiana Code / Title 25 / Article 1 / Chapter 5 / Section 25-1-5-6
Executive director; representatives; staff placement
Status: in_force

Sec. 6. (a) The executive director may designate certain employees of the agency to represent the executive director of the agency at the board meetings, proceedings, or other activities of the board.

(b) The executive director shall assign staff to individual boards and shall work with the boards to ensure efficient utilization and placement of staff.

As added by Acts 1981, P.L.222, SEC.2. Amended by P.L.169-1985, SEC.27; P.L.206-2005, SEC.6.
Ind. Code § 25-21.8-1-4 — Indiana Code / Title 25 / Article 21.8 / Chapter 1 / Section 25-21.8-1-4
"Massage therapy"
Status: in_force

Sec. 4. "Massage therapy":

(1) means a health care service involving the external manipulation or pressure of soft tissue for the purposes of enhancing health, providing muscle relaxation, increasing range of motion, reducing stress, relieving pain, or improving circulation of the human body;

(2) includes:

(A) the use of touch, external pressure, friction, stroking, rocking, gliding, vibration, percussion, kneading, movement, positioning, nonspecific stretching, stretching within the normal anatomical range of movement, and holding, with or without the use of massage devices that mimic or enhance manual measures; and

(B) the external application of heat, cold, water, ice, stones, lubricants, abrasives, and topical preparations that are not classified as prescription drugs; and

(3) does not include:

(A) spinal manipulation or grade 5 mobilization referred to in IC 25-10-1-14; and

(B) diagnosis or prescribing drugs for which a license is required.

As added by P.L.200-2007, SEC.8. Amended by P.L.267-2017, SEC.4.
Ind. Code § 25-42.5-2-18 — Indiana Code / Title 25 / Article 42.5 / Chapter 2 / Section 25-42.5-2-18
"Licensing board"
Status: in_force

Sec. 18. "Licensing board" means the agency of a state, or equivalent, that is responsible for the licensing and regulation of licensed professional counselors.

As added by P.L.98-2023, SEC.2.
Ind. Code § 25-31-1-14 — Indiana Code / Title 25 / Article 31 / Chapter 1 / Section 25-31-1-14
Examination; reexamination
Status: in_force

Sec. 14. (a) The examination required of all applicants for registration as a professional engineer shall be a written or computer based examination which shall be divided into the following two (2) parts:

(1) Engineering fundamentals.

(2) Principles and practice of engineering.

The board may adopt rules under IC 4-22-2 establishing additional examination requirements.

(b) The engineering fundamentals portion of the examination shall be designed to test the applicant's knowledge of mathematics and the physical and engineering sciences. The standards of proficiency required shall approximate that attained by graduation in an approved four (4) year engineering curriculum.

(c) The principles and practice of the engineering portion of the examination shall be designed primarily to test the applicant's understanding of, and judgment and ability to apply correctly, the principles of:

(1) mathematics;

(2) the physical sciences;

(3) the engineering sciences; and

(4) engineering design analysis and synthesis;

to the practice of professional engineering. A part of the examination may be designed to test the applicant's knowledge and understanding of the ethical, economic, and legal principles relating to the practices of professional engineering.

(d) An applicant for registration as a professional engineer who holds an engineering intern certificate issued in Indiana or in any other state or territory having equivalent standards may be exempted from the engineering fundamentals portion of the examination.

(e) An applicant must successfully pass the engineering fundamentals portion of the examination before taking the principles and practice portion of the examination.

(f) Examinations shall be held at times and places as determined by the board at least two (2) times each year. Examinations for certification as an engineering intern may be held separately from the examinations for registration as a professional engineer.

(g) An applicant for registration as a professional engineer who is presently registered in another state or territory may be assigned a written or computer based examination as the board deems necessary to meet the requirements of this chapter.

(h) An applicant shall have three (3) attempts to pass each part of the examination within a time period established by the board by rule. The board may specify by rule the time required between examinations and the opportunity for future examination attempts for an applicant who fails to appear at an examination. The amount of the fee to be paid for each examination shall be determined by the board under IC 25-1-8-2.

(i) If an applicant who has failed a part of the examination three (3) times reapplies and submits evidence of acquiring additional knowledge for the examination, the board may give the applicant approval to take subsequent examinations or partial examinations.

Formerly: Acts 1935, c.148, s.14; Acts 1947, c.262, s.6; Acts 1957, c.320, s.7; Acts 1961, c.277, s.5; Acts 1969, c.279, s.4. As amended by Acts 1980, P.L.166, SEC.6; P.L.23-1991, SEC.22; P.L.215-1993, SEC.13; P.L.194-2005, SEC.79; P.L.9-2012, SEC.3.
Ind. Code § 25-33-1-15 — Indiana Code / Title 25 / Article 33 / Chapter 1 / Section 25-33-1-15
Violations
Status: in_force

Sec. 15. A person who violates section 14 of this chapter commits a Class A misdemeanor.

Formerly: Acts 1969, c.416, s.15. As amended by Acts 1978, P.L.2, SEC.2556; P.L.249-1985, SEC.10.
Ind. Code § 25-0.5-11-1 — Indiana Code / Title 25 / Article 0.5 / Chapter 11 / Section 25-0.5-11-1
"Board"
Status: in_force

Sec. 1. As used in IC 25-1-9 and IC 25-1-21, "board" means any of the entities described in this chapter.

As added by P.L.3-2014, SEC.5. Amended by P.L.149-2022, SEC.1.
Ind. Code § 25-43-4-6 — Indiana Code / Title 25 / Article 43 / Chapter 4 / Section 25-43-4-6
Effect of encumbrance on home state license
Status: in_force

Sec. 6. If a home state license is encumbered, the licensee shall lose the compact privilege in any remote state until the following occur:

(1) The home state license is no longer encumbered.

(2) Two (2) years have elapsed from the date on which the home state license is no longer encumbered in accordance with subdivision (1).

As added by P.L.21-2023, SEC.1.
Ind. Code § 25-8.5-2-6 — Indiana Code / Title 25 / Article 8.5 / Chapter 2 / Section 25-8.5-2-6
Rule recommendations; duties
Status: in_force

Sec. 6. (a) The committee shall recommend proposed rules to the board establishing standards for the following:

(1) The competent practice of behavior analysis.

(2) The renewal of licenses issued under this chapter.

(3) Continuing education requirements for an individual seeking renewal of licensure as a behavior analyst or assistant behavior analyst.

(4) The approval of continuing education providers, programs, courses, fees, and proof of course completion.

The board, after considering the committee's recommendations under this subsection, shall adopt rules under IC 4-22-2 concerning the standards described in this subsection.

(b) The committee shall recommend, and the board, after considering the committee's recommendations, shall establish fees under IC 25-1-8-2.

(c) The committee shall do the following:

(1) Consider the qualifications of individuals who apply for a license under this chapter.

(2) Subject to IC 25-1-8-6, renew licenses under this article.

(3) Conduct proceedings under IC 25-1-9.

As added by P.L.212-2021, SEC.11.
Ind. Code § 25-8-4-2 — Indiana Code / Title 25 / Article 8 / Chapter 4 / Section 25-8-4-2
License reciprocity
Status: in_force

Sec. 2. (a) If the board determines that:

(1) a person possesses a valid license from another jurisdiction to perform acts that require a license under this article; and

(2) the jurisdiction issuing the license imposes substantially equal requirements on applicants for the license as are imposed on applicants for an Indiana license;

the board may issue a license to perform those acts in Indiana to that person upon payment of the fee required under IC 25-8-13.

(b) This subsection applies only to applications for a cosmetologist license under IC 25-8-9. If the jurisdiction issuing the license does not impose substantially equal requirements for education hours as required under subsection (a)(2), the board may approve the combination of education hours plus actual licensed practice in the other jurisdiction when issuing a license to a person from that jurisdiction. One (1) year of licensed practice is equal to one hundred (100) hours of education to an applicant who has completed a minimum of one thousand (1,000) hours of education.

(c) This subsection applies only to applications for a manicurist license under IC 25-8-11. If the jurisdiction issuing a license does not impose substantially equal requirements for education hours as required under subsection (a)(2), the board may approve the combination of education hours plus actual licensed practice in the other jurisdiction when issuing a license to a person from that jurisdiction, as follows:

(1) For an applicant with less than twenty (20) years of actual licensed practice as a manicurist, one (1) year of licensed practice is equal to one hundred (100) hours of education to an applicant who has completed at least three hundred (300) hours of education.

(2) For an applicant with twenty (20) or more years of actual licensed practice as a manicurist, one (1) year of licensed practice is equal to one hundred (100) hours of education to an applicant who has completed at least one hundred (100) hours of education.

(d) This subsection applies only to applications for an electrologist license under IC 25-8-10. If the jurisdiction issuing a license does not impose substantially equal requirements for education hours as required under subsection (a)(2), the board may approve the combination of education hours plus actual licensed practice in the other jurisdiction when issuing a license to a person from that jurisdiction. One (1) year of licensed practice as an electrologist is equal to one hundred (100) hours of education to an applicant who has completed at least two hundred (200) hours of education.

(e) This subsection applies only to applications for an esthetician license under IC 25-8-12.5. If the jurisdiction issuing a license does not impose substantially equal requirements for education hours as required under subsection (a)(2), the board may approve the combination of education hours plus actual licensed practice in the other jurisdiction when issuing a license to a person from that jurisdiction. One (1) year of licensed practice as an esthetician is equal to one hundred (100) hours of education to an applicant who has completed at least four hundred (400) hours of education.

(f) This subsection applies only to applications for a beauty culture instructor license under IC 25-8-6. If the jurisdiction issuing a license does not impose substantially equal requirements for education hours as required under subsection (a)(2), the board may approve the combination of education hours plus actual licensed practice in the other jurisdiction when issuing a license to a person from that jurisdiction. One (1) year of licensed practice as a beauty culture instructor is equal to one hundred (100) hours of education to an applicant who has completed at least seven hundred (700) hours of education.

(g) This subsection applies only to applications for a barber license under IC 25-8-12.1. If the jurisdiction issuing the license does not impose substantially equivalent requirements as required under subsection (a)(2), the board may approve a combination of education hours plus actual licensed practice in the other jurisdiction when issuing a license to a person from that jurisdiction. One (1) year of licensed practice is equal to one hundred (100) hours of education to an applicant who has completed at least one thousand (1,000) hours of education.

As added by P.L.257-1987, SEC.3. Amended by P.L.184-1991, SEC.13; P.L.236-1995, SEC.7; P.L.84-1998, SEC.21; P.L.177-2009, SEC.25; P.L.84-2010, SEC.38.
Ind. Code § 25-33.5-2-7 — Indiana Code / Title 25 / Article 33.5 / Chapter 2 / Section 25-33.5-2-7
"Commission"
Status: in_force

Sec. 7. "Commission" refers to the psychology interjurisdictional compact commission, that national administration of which all compact states are members, as established by IC 25-33.5-10.

As added by P.L.65-2022, SEC.2.
Ind. Code § 25-4-2-1.5 — Indiana Code / Title 25 / Article 4 / Chapter 2 / Section 25-4-2-1.5
Acceptance of landscape architect by state and political subdivisions
Status: in_force

Sec. 1.5. (a) The state and all of the state's political subdivisions shall:

(1) accept the stamp of a landscape architect when the landscape architect is submitting plans for approval within the scope of practice of landscape architecture; and

(2) allow the engagement of a landscape architect for work within the scope of practice of landscape architecture.

(b) This section shall not be construed to restrict the practice of architects, professional engineers, or land surveyors in any way.

As added by P.L.82-2000, SEC.14.
Ind. Code § 25-8-2-6 — Indiana Code / Title 25 / Article 8 / Chapter 2 / Section 25-8-2-6
Repealed
Status: repealed

As added by P.L.257-1987, SEC.1. Repealed by P.L.170-2013, SEC.8.
Ind. Code § 25-1-16.5-1 — Indiana Code / Title 25 / Article 1 / Chapter 16.5 / Section 25-1-16.5-1
"Occupational license"
Status: in_force

Sec. 1. As used in this chapter, "occupational license" means a nontransferable and exclusive authorization in law in which the general assembly establishes the personal qualifications necessary to engage in an occupation or profession.

As added by P.L.142-2023, SEC.1.
Ind. Code § 25-4-1-2 — Indiana Code / Title 25 / Article 4 / Chapter 1 / Section 25-4-1-2
Board established; appointments
Status: in_force

Sec. 2. (a) There is hereby created and established a board of registration for architects and landscape architects, which shall consist of five (5) members, who shall be appointed by the governor.

(b) All appointments:

(1) before July 1, 2019, shall be made for terms of three (3) years, ending on December 31, serving the term for which the member shall have been appointed and until the member's successor shall have been appointed and shall have qualified; and

(2) after June 30, 2019, shall be made according to IC 25-1-6.5.

(c) A member of the board may be removed under IC 25-1-6.5-4.

(d) Each member of the board shall be entitled to receive as compensation for the member's services a salary per diem for each and every day the member may be engaged in attending the meetings or transacting the business of the board; in addition thereto each member shall be entitled to receive as reimbursement all traveling and other necessary expenses incurred in the performance of the member's duties as a member of the board in accordance with travel policies and procedures established by the department of administration and the state budget agency.

(e) Subject to 25-1-6.5-3, each member of the board shall be a citizen of the United States of America and a resident of the state of Indiana.

(f) Three (3) of the members must be registered architects under this chapter. Preferably these members would have at least ten (10) years of active architectural practice preceding the member's appointment.

(g) One (1) member of the board must be registered as a landscape architect under this chapter. Preferably this member would have at least ten (10) years of active landscape architectural practice preceding the member's appointment.

(h) One (1) member of the board, to represent the general public, shall be a resident of this state who has never been associated with the architecture or landscape architecture profession in any way other than as a consumer.

Formerly: Acts 1929, c.62, s.2; Acts 1945, c.56, s.1; Acts 1961, c.331, s.1. As amended by Acts 1976, P.L.119, SEC.1; Acts 1981, P.L.225, SEC.1; Acts 1982, P.L.113, SEC.24; P.L.82-2000, SEC.7; P.L.249-2019, SEC.50.
Ind. Code § 25-2.1-12-1 — Indiana Code / Title 25 / Article 2.1 / Chapter 12 / Section 25-2.1-12-1
Foreign country practitioners
Status: in_force

Sec. 1. This chapter does not apply to an individual or a firm:

(1) that holds a designation granted in a foreign country entitling the holder to engage in the practice of accountancy or its equivalent in that country;

(2) whose activities in Indiana are limited to the provision of professional services to individuals or firms who are residents, to governments, or to business entities of the country in which the individual holds the entitlement;

(3) that does not issue reports with respect to the financial statements of another individual, firm, or governmental unit in Indiana; and

(4) that does not use in Indiana any title or designation other than the title or designation under which the individual practices in the individual's country, followed by a translation of the title or designation into the English language, if it is in a different language, and by the name of the country.

As added by P.L.30-1993, SEC.7.
Ind. Code § 25-33-1-5.1 — Indiana Code / Title 25 / Article 33 / Chapter 1 / Section 25-33-1-5.1
Issuance of license; endorsement as health service provider in psychology; preceptorship program
Status: in_force

Sec. 5.1. (a) Except as provided in section 5.3 of this chapter, the board shall issue a license to an individual who meets the following requirements:

(1) Applies to the board in the form and manner prescribed by the board under section 3 of this chapter.

(2) Is at least eighteen (18) years of age.

(3) Has not been convicted of a crime that has a direct bearing upon the applicant's ability to practice competently.

(4) Possesses a doctoral degree in psychology:

(A) granted from a recognized postsecondary educational institution; and

(B) from a degree program approved by the board as a psychology program at the time the degree was conferred.

(5) Is not in violation of this chapter or rules adopted by the board under section 3 of this chapter.

(6) Has paid the fee set by the board under section 3 of this chapter.

(7) Has passed the examination required and administered by the board.

(b) If an applicant has been disciplined by a licensing agency in another state or jurisdiction on the ground that the applicant was unable to competently practice psychology, the applicant must submit proof, satisfactory to the board, that the reasons for disciplinary sanction by the other licensing agency are no longer valid.

(c) The board shall endorse as a health service provider in psychology an individual who:

(1) has a doctoral degree in clinical psychology, counseling psychology, school psychology, or another applied health service area of psychology;

(2) is licensed under this section, section 5.3, or section 9 of this chapter;

(3) has at least two (2) years of experience in a health service setting that includes:

(A) one (1) year of experience that was obtained in an organized health service training program and at least one (1) year of experience that was obtained after the individual received the individual's doctoral degree in psychology; or

(B) upon the adoption by the board of a rule defining "sequential and organized", sequential and organized supervised professional experience in a health service setting in which one (1) year of experience was obtained in an organized health service training program; and

(4) complies with the continuing education requirements under IC 25-33-2.

(d) An individual who received a doctoral degree in clinical psychology, counseling psychology, school psychology, or other applied health service area in psychology before September 1, 1983, may satisfy one (1) year of the two (2) year supervised health setting experience requirement under subsection (c) by successfully completing a preceptorship program. The individual must apply in writing to the board and the board must approve the program. The preceptorship program must:

(1) consist of at least one thousand eight hundred (1,800) hours of clinical, counseling, or school psychology work experience;

(2) consist of at least one hundred (100) hours of direct supervision of the individual by a psychologist, at least fifty (50) hours of which must involve the diagnosis of mental and behavioral disorders and at least fifty (50) hours of which must involve the treatment of mental and behavioral disorders;

(3) be completed in a health service setting that provides services in the diagnosis and treatment of mental and behavioral disorders;

(4) be under the supervision of a psychologist who meets the requirements for endorsement under this section; and

(5) be completed within two (2) years after the date the program is started.

(e) If an individual applies to the board under subsection (d), the board shall apply each hour of work experience the individual completes after applying to the board and before the board approves the preceptorship program to the one thousand eight hundred (1,800) hour work experience requirement under subsection (d)(1).

As added by P.L.249-1985, SEC.4. Amended by P.L.149-1987, SEC.97; P.L.152-1988, SEC.27; P.L.96-1990, SEC.16; P.L.33-1993, SEC.68; P.L.140-1993, SEC.11; P.L.1-1994, SEC.128; P.L.2-2007, SEC.345; P.L.177-2009, SEC.57.
Ind. Code § 25-11-1-1 — Indiana Code / Title 25 / Article 11 / Chapter 1 / Section 25-11-1-1
General definitions
Status: in_force

Sec. 1. As used in this chapter, unless the context otherwise requires:

(a) The term "person" means any individual, firm, partnership, limited liability company, or corporation.

(b) The term "collection agency" means and includes all persons engaging directly or indirectly and as a primary or secondary object, business, or pursuit, in soliciting claims for collection, or in the collection of claims owed or due or asserted to be owed or due to another, including child support arrearages under IC 31-25-4. The term "collection agency" also means and includes, but shall not be limited to, any person who sells, furnishes, or maintains a letter or written demand service, including stickers or coupon books, designed for the purpose of making demand on any debtor on behalf of any creditor for the payment of any claim wherein the person furnishing or maintaining such letter or written demand service, including stickers or coupon books, shall sell such services for a stated amount or for a percentage of money collected whether paid to the creditor or to the collection agency, or where such services may be rendered as a part of a membership in such collection agency regardless of whether or not a separate fee or percentage is charged. The term "collection agency" shall also include, but not be limited to, any individual, firm, partnership, limited liability company, or corporation who uses a fictitious name, or any name other than the individual's or entity's name, in the collection of accounts receivable with the intention of conveying to the debtor that a third person has been employed.

(c) The term "claim" means any obligation for the payment of money or its equivalent and any sum or sums owed or due or asserted to be owed or due to another, for which any person may be employed to demand payment and to collect or enforce payment thereof. The term "claim" also includes obligations for the payment of money in the form of conditional sales agreements, notwithstanding that the personal property sold thereunder, for which payment is claimed, may be or is repossessed in lieu of payment.

(d) The term "branch office" means a fixed physical location:

(1) that is not designated by a collection agency as its main office; and

(2) where one (1) or more of the following occur:

(A) A person holds itself out as a collection agency or engages in conduct that suggests to the public that the person acts as a collection agency.

(B) The address of the branch office appears on the business cards or other advertisement material of the collection agency.

(C) A person's name, advertising, promotional materials, or signage suggests that a person acts as a collection agency.

Formerly: Acts 1937, c.92, s.1; Acts 1955, c.304, s.1. As amended by Acts 1982, P.L.154, SEC.40; P.L.8-1993, SEC.375; P.L.178-1996, SEC.1; P.L.234-2005, SEC.80; P.L.145-2006, SEC.159; P.L.205-2021, SEC.7.
Ind. Code § 25-29-1-6 — Indiana Code / Title 25 / Article 29 / Chapter 1 / Section 25-29-1-6
Repealed
Status: repealed

Formerly: Acts 1925, c.8, s.6. As amended by Acts 1977, P.L.172, SEC.45. Repealed by Acts 1981, P.L.222, SEC.296.
Ind. Code § 25-26-13-22 — Indiana Code / Title 25 / Article 26 / Chapter 13 / Section 25-26-13-22
Expiration and renewal of pharmacy permits
Status: in_force

Sec. 22. (a) A pharmacy permit shall expire biennially on a date established by the agency under IC 25-1-5-4.

(b) If a pharmacy permit lapses for not more than three (3) years, it may be reinstated by the board if the holder of the permit meets the requirements established under IC 25-1-8-6(c).

(c) If a pharmacy permit has been expired for more than three (3) years, the permit may be reinstated by the board if the holder of the permit meets the requirements for reinstatement under IC 25-1-8-6(d).

(d) No pharmacy may be open for business after the established biennial renewal date until the permit is reinstated.

As added by Acts 1977, P.L.276, SEC.1. Amended by Acts 1981, P.L.222, SEC.192; P.L.169-1985, SEC.92; P.L.105-2008, SEC.47.
Ind. Code § 25-1-13-6 — Indiana Code / Title 25 / Article 1 / Chapter 13 / Section 25-1-13-6
INSPECT program duties
Status: in_force

Sec. 6. The INSPECT program shall collect and process information received under IC 25-26-24-17 and has duties described in IC 25-26-24-18 and IC 25-26-24-19.

As added by P.L.65-2006, SEC.1. Amended by P.L.51-2019, SEC.4.
Ind. Code § 25-30-1-8 — Indiana Code / Title 25 / Article 30 / Chapter 1 / Section 25-30-1-8
Qualifications for license; grounds for denial
Status: in_force

Sec. 8. (a) The board may not issue a private investigator firm license to an individual unless the individual:

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

(2) demonstrates the necessary knowledge and skills, as determined by the board, to conduct a private investigator firm competently.

(b) The board may not issue a private investigator firm license to a business entity unless:

(1) one (1) officer, in the case of a corporation; or

(2) one (1) partner, in the case of a partnership;

meets the personal qualifications as set out in subsection (a), unless otherwise provided.

(c) The board may deny a license unless the applicant makes a showing satisfactory to the board that the applicant or, if the applicant is a business entity, the officer or partner referred to in subsection (b):

(1) has not committed an act which, if committed by a licensee, would be grounds for the suspension or revocation of a license under this chapter;

(2) has not been convicted of a:

(A) felony; or

(B) misdemeanor that has a direct bearing upon the applicant's ability to practice competently;

(3) has not been refused a license under this chapter or had a license revoked;

(4) has not, while unlicensed, committed or aided and abetted in the commission of an act for which a license is required by this chapter;

(5) is not on probation or parole; and

(6) is not being sought under an active warrant against the applicant, officer, or partner.

Formerly: Acts 1961, c.163, s.8. As amended by Acts 1978, P.L.2, SEC.2549; P.L.261-1987, SEC.3; P.L.234-1989, SEC.13; P.L.214-1993, SEC.69; P.L.185-2007, SEC.15; P.L.3-2008, SEC.197.
Ind. Code § 25-15-10-7 — Indiana Code / Title 25 / Article 15 / Chapter 10 / Section 25-15-10-7
Revocation or suspension
Status: in_force

Sec. 7. A courtesy card holder must comply with all laws and rules of Indiana when engaged in any acts of funeral directing in this state. The board may revoke or suspend a courtesy card or subject the courtesy card holder to discipline in accordance with the laws and rules applicable to funeral directors licensed under this article. Any disciplinary measure taken by the board against a courtesy card holder must be reported by the board to the state board or agency that issued the courtesy card holder's funeral director's license or certification.

As added by P.L.95-2012, SEC.1.
Ind. Code § 25-26-13-20 — Indiana Code / Title 25 / Article 26 / Chapter 13 / Section 25-26-13-20
Applications for pharmacy permits
Status: in_force

Sec. 20. (a) A person desiring to open, establish, operate, or maintain a pharmacy shall apply to the board for a pharmacy permit on a form provided by the board. The applicant shall set forth:

(1) the name and occupation of the persons desiring the permit;

(2) the location, including street address and city, of the pharmacy; and

(3) such other information as the board may require.

(b) If the applicant desires to open, establish, operate, or maintain more than one (1) pharmacy, the applicant must file a separate application for each.

(c) The board shall hold the permit holder responsible and may not discipline or otherwise hold an individual licensed under this chapter responsible for staffing deficiencies of the pharmacy if the individual does not have authority for staffing determinations of the pharmacy.

(d) The board shall grant or deny an application for a permit not later than one hundred twenty (120) days after the application and any additional information required by the board are submitted.

(e) The board may not issue a pharmacy permit to a person who desires to operate the pharmacy out of a residence.

As added by Acts 1977, P.L.276, SEC.1. Amended by P.L.169-1985, SEC.91; P.L.270-2001, SEC.3; P.L.98-2006, SEC.10; P.L.152-2012, SEC.12; P.L.207-2021, SEC.33; P.L.143-2022, SEC.60.
Ind. Code § 25-23.6-8-5 — Indiana Code / Title 25 / Article 23.6 / Chapter 8 / Section 25-23.6-8-5
Issuance of license
Status: in_force

Sec. 5. The board shall issue a marriage and family therapist license or marriage and family therapist associate license, as appropriate, to an individual who:

(1) achieves a passing score, as determined by the board, on the examination provided under this chapter; and

(2) is otherwise qualified under this article.

As added by P.L.186-1990, SEC.9. Amended by P.L.147-1997, SEC.65; P.L.134-2008, SEC.45.
Ind. Code § 25-35.6-3-5.1 — Indiana Code / Title 25 / Article 35.6 / Chapter 3 / Section 25-35.6-3-5.1
Repealed
Status: repealed

As added by Acts 1981, P.L.222, SEC.271. Amended by Acts 1982, P.L.113, SEC.85; P.L.250-1985, SEC.8; P.L.149-1987, SEC.115. Repealed by P.L.152-1988, SEC.30.
Ind. Code § 25-14-4-8 — Indiana Code / Title 25 / Article 14 / Chapter 4 / Section 25-14-4-8
Notice of intent to bring action against referral service; opportunity to cure violation
Status: in_force

Sec. 8. (a) No legal action under this chapter may be commenced by the attorney general against a for-profit dental referral service until the attorney general has given the service thirty (30) days written notice of the violation.

(b) Notice under subsection (a) must comply with the following:

(1) Be sent by registered or certified mail, return receipt requested.

(2) Include a copy of the code sections of the chapter alleged to have been violated.

(3) Describe the alleged unlawful advertising.

(4) Include a statement that the for-profit dental referral service has the lesser of:

(A) thirty (30) days from the date the notice was received; or

(B) thirty-five (35) days from the date the notice was sent;

to cure the violation.

(c) A for-profit dental service that does not cure a violation within the time period required under subsection (b) is subject to sections 6 and 7 of this chapter.

As added by P.L.33-1993, SEC.23.
Ind. Code § 25-8-3-6 — Indiana Code / Title 25 / Article 8 / Chapter 3 / Section 25-8-3-6
Board member political affiliation
Status: in_force

Sec. 6. No more than five (5) members of the board may belong to the same political party.

As added by P.L.257-1987, SEC.2. Amended by P.L.84-2010, SEC.31.
Ind. Code § 25-37.5-1-0.5 — Indiana Code / Title 25 / Article 37.5 / Chapter 1 / Section 25-37.5-1-0.5
"Metal bossie"
Status: in_force

Sec. 0.5. As used in this chapter, "metal bossie" means a metal four (4) wheel cart used to transport or sell food products that are stored in crates, shells, or trays.

As added by P.L.158-2009, SEC.2.
Ind. Code § 25-15-8-19 — Indiana Code / Title 25 / Article 15 / Chapter 8 / Section 25-15-8-19
Injunctions; applications for orders
Status: in_force

Sec. 19. If a violation of any of sections 21 through 26 of this chapter is being committed:

(1) the board in its own name;

(2) the board in the name of the state;

(3) the attorney general in the name of the state, at the request of the board; or

(4) the prosecuting attorney of the county in which the violation occurs, at the request of the board, and in the name of the state;

may apply for an order enjoining the violation from the circuit court, superior court, or probate court of the county in which the violation occurs.

As added by P.L.246-1985, SEC.7. Amended by P.L.84-2016, SEC.105.
Ind. Code § 25-1-1.2-9 — Indiana Code / Title 25 / Article 1 / Chapter 1.2 / Section 25-1-1.2-9
Repealed
Status: repealed

As added by P.L.133-1995, SEC.19. Repealed by P.L.23-1996, SEC.33.
Ind. Code § 25-1-9.5-10 — Indiana Code / Title 25 / Article 1 / Chapter 9.5 / Section 25-1-9.5-10
Discipline; penalties
Status: in_force

Sec. 10. (a) A practitioner who violates this chapter is subject to disciplinary action under IC 25-1-9.

(b) A practitioner's employer or a practitioner's contractor that violates this section commits a Class B infraction.

As added by P.L.78-2016, SEC.2. Amended by P.L.150-2017, SEC.9; P.L.85-2021, SEC.20; P.L.17-2024, SEC.6.
Ind. Code § 25-1-9.8-1.5 — Indiana Code / Title 25 / Article 1 / Chapter 9.8 / Section 25-1-9.8-1.5
"Episode of care"
Status: in_force

Sec. 1.5. As used in this chapter, "episode of care" means the medical care ordered to be provided for a specific medical procedure, condition, or illness.

As added by P.L.93-2020, SEC.7.
Ind. Code § 25-21.5-13-2 — Indiana Code / Title 25 / Article 21.5 / Chapter 13 / Section 25-21.5-13-2
Penalties
Status: in_force

Sec. 2. A person who:

(1) engages in, or offers to engage in, the practice of surveying without being registered or exempted under Indiana law;

(2) presents as the person's own the certificate of registration or the seal of another;

(3) gives false or forged evidence of any kind to the board or to a board member in obtaining a certificate of registration;

(4) impersonates any other registrant;

(5) uses an expired, a suspended, or a revoked certificate of registration; or

(6) otherwise violates this article;

commits a Class B misdemeanor.

As added by P.L.23-1991, SEC.12. Amended by P.L.57-2013, SEC.82.
Ind. Code § 25-8-5-5 — Indiana Code / Title 25 / Article 8 / Chapter 5 / Section 25-8-5-5
Sign display at school entrances; standards
Status: in_force

Sec. 5. (a) A beauty culture school licensed under this chapter shall display a sign complying with standards established by the board at each entrance to the beauty culture school used by the school's customers.

(b) The sign must state that the students of the school are performing beauty culture in that establishment.

As added by P.L.257-1987, SEC.4. Amended by P.L.170-2013, SEC.37.
Ind. Code § 25-33.5-10-2 — Indiana Code / Title 25 / Article 33.5 / Chapter 10 / Section 25-33.5-10-2
State commissioner; appointment; authority; removal; vacancy
Status: in_force

Sec. 2. (a) The commission shall consist of one (1) voting delegate appointed by each compact state who shall serve as the state's commissioner. The state psychology regulatory authority shall appoint the state's delegate.

(b) The delegate shall be empowered to act on behalf of the compact state. The delegate shall be limited to:

(1) an executive director, executive secretary, or a similar executive position;

(2) a current member of the state psychology regulatory authority of a compact state; or

(3) a designee empowered with the appropriate delegate authority to act on behalf of the compact state.

(c) Any commissioner may be removed or suspended from office as provided by the law of the state from which the commissioner is appointed. Any vacancy occurring on the commission shall be filled in accordance with the laws of the compact state in which the vacancy exists.

As added by P.L.65-2022, SEC.2.
Ind. Code § 25-8-15.4-9 — Indiana Code / Title 25 / Article 8 / Chapter 15.4 / Section 25-8-15.4-9
Expiration and renewal of licenses
Status: in_force

Sec. 9. (a) Subject to IC 25-1-2-6(e), a license issued under this chapter expires every fourth year on a date established by the licensing agency under IC 25-1-5-4.

(b) The board shall renew a license issued under this chapter if the person that operates the facility pays the fee for renewal established by the board under IC 25-1-8-2 on or before the date established by the licensing agency.

(c) If the holder of a license does not renew the license on or before the renewal date established by the licensing agency, the license expires and becomes invalid without any action by the board.

As added by P.L.142-1995, SEC.31. Amended by P.L.105-2008, SEC.24; P.L.177-2015, SEC.28; P.L.29-2026, SEC.36.
Ind. Code § 25-8-13-11 — Indiana Code / Title 25 / Article 8 / Chapter 13 / Section 25-8-13-11
Esthetician examination and license fees
Status: in_force

Sec. 11. (a) The board shall charge a fee established by the board under IC 25-1-8-2 for providing an examination to an applicant for an esthetician license.

(b) The board shall charge a fee established by the board under IC 25-1-8-2 for issuing or renewing an esthetician license. IC 25-1-2-6(e) applies to the issuance and renewal of an esthetician license.

(c) The board shall charge a fee established under IC 25-1-8-6 for reinstating an esthetician license.

(d) The board shall charge a fee established by the board under IC 25-1-8-2 for issuing a license to a person who holds an esthetician license from another jurisdiction that meets the requirements under IC 25-8-4-2.

As added by P.L.144-1990, SEC.5. Amended by P.L.184-1991, SEC.39; P.L.214-1993, SEC.40; P.L.236-1995, SEC.26; P.L.197-1995, SEC.10; P.L.194-2005, SEC.49; P.L.157-2006, SEC.53; P.L.177-2015, SEC.26.
Ind. Code § 25-20.2-3-5 — Indiana Code / Title 25 / Article 20.2 / Chapter 3 / Section 25-20.2-3-5
Presiding at meetings; presiding officer
Status: in_force

Sec. 5. (a) The chairperson shall preside at all meetings at which the chairperson is present. The vice chairperson shall preside at meetings in the absence of the chairperson and shall perform other duties as the chairperson directs.

(b) If the chairperson and vice chairperson are absent from a meeting of the board when a quorum exists, the members who are present may elect a presiding officer who shall serve as acting chairperson until the conclusion of the meeting or until the arrival of the chairperson or vice chairperson.

As added by P.L.145-2003, SEC.7.
Ind. Code § 25-37.5-1-1 — Indiana Code / Title 25 / Article 37.5 / Chapter 1 / Section 25-37.5-1-1-b
"Valuable metal"; "valuable metal dealer"; "purchase"
Status: in_force

Note: This version of section amended by P.L.145-2026, SEC.137. See also preceding version of this section amended by P.L.142-2026, SEC.2.

Sec. 1. (a) When used in this chapter, "valuable metal" means any product made of metal that readily may be resold. The term:

(1) includes metal bossies and small component motor vehicle parts; and

(2) does not include the following:

(A) A beverage can.

(B) Used jewelry regulated under IC 24-4-13.

(C) Precious metal regulated under IC 24-4-19.

(b) As used in this chapter, "valuable metal dealer" means any individual, firm, corporation, limited liability company, or partnership engaged in the business of purchasing and reselling valuable metal either at a permanently established place of business or in connection with a business of an itinerant nature, including junk shops, junk yards, junk stores, auto wreckers, scrap metal dealers or processors, salvage yards, collectors of or dealers in junk, and junk cars or trucks. The term includes a core buyer. The term does not include a person who purchases a vehicle and obtains title to the vehicle.

(c) As used in this chapter, "purchase" means acquiring a valuable metal product for a consideration, but does not include purchases between scrap metal processing facilities (as defined in IC 8-23-1.1-35).

Formerly: Acts 1971, P.L.380, SEC.1; Acts 1972, P.L.11, SEC.11. As amended by P.L.145-1990, SEC.1; P.L.8-1993, SEC.403; P.L.2-2007, SEC.349; P.L.170-2007, SEC.1; P.L.3-2008, SEC.205; P.L.63-2008, SEC.4; P.L.158-2009, SEC.3; P.L.222-2013, SEC.6; P.L.145-2026, SEC.137.
Ind. Code § 25-4-1-24 — Indiana Code / Title 25 / Article 4 / Chapter 1 / Section 25-4-1-24
Severability clause
Status: in_force

Sec. 24. In the event that any section, clause or provision of this chapter shall be declared unconstitutional, such invalidity shall not affect those provisions of this chapter not declared unconstitutional.

Formerly: Acts 1929, c.62, s.24. As amended by Acts 1982, P.L.154, SEC.16.
Ind. Code § 25-27.5-2-4 — Indiana Code / Title 25 / Article 27.5 / Chapter 2 / Section 25-27.5-2-4
Repealed
Status: repealed

As added by P.L.227-1993, SEC.11. Repealed by P.L.288-2001, SEC.18.
Ind. Code § 25-34.1-11-13 — Indiana Code / Title 25 / Article 34.1 / Chapter 11 / Section 25-34.1-11-13
Service requests; record requirements
Status: in_force

Sec. 13. (a) An appraisal management company performing appraisal management services shall maintain a record of each service request for an appraisal that the appraisal management company receives. The following must be included in a record maintained under this subsection:

(1) The person making the service request.

(2) The date on which the service request is made.

(3) The property to be appraised.

(4) The real estate appraiser who performed the appraisal.

(5) A copy of the appraisal produced for the service request.

(6) The individuals who reviewed the appraisal.

(7) The date on which the appraisal was delivered to the person who made the service request.

(8) The costs and fees for the appraisal management services performed by the appraisal management company.

(9) The costs and fees for the appraisal performed by the real estate appraiser.

(b) An appraisal management company shall keep the records described in subsection (a) for not less than six (6) years after the date specified in subsection (a)(2).

As added by P.L.77-2010, SEC.2.
Ind. Code § 25-0.5-1-23 — Indiana Code / Title 25 / Article 0.5 / Chapter 1 / Section 25-0.5-1-23
Veterinarians
Status: in_force

Sec. 23. IC 25-1-1.1-4 applies to an individual:

(1) licensed;

(2) certified;

(3) registered; or

(4) permitted;

under IC 25-38.1 (veterinarians and veterinary technicians).

As added by P.L.3-2014, SEC.5. Amended by P.L.62-2025, SEC.1.
Ind. Code § 25-1-20-3 — Indiana Code / Title 25 / Article 1 / Chapter 20 / Section 25-1-20-3
Health care provider not subject to discipline for certain acts
Status: in_force

Sec. 3. Except as provided in section 4 of this chapter, a health care provider is not subject to professional discipline under IC 25-1-7 or IC 25-1-9 for any of the following:

(1) Health care services provided in response to or arising from a state disaster emergency declared under IC 10-14-3-12 to respond to COVID-19.

(2) An act or omission of the health care provider committed with respect to the provision, withholding, delay, or withdrawal of health care services in response to or arising from a state disaster emergency declared under IC 10-14-3-12 to respond to COVID-19.

(3) Compliance with an executive order or local health order issued in response to or arising from a state disaster emergency declared under IC 10-14-3-12 to respond to COVID-19.

(4) An injury, a death, or a loss to a person or property alleged to have occurred because the health care provider was unable to treat, diagnose, or test the person for any illness, disease, or condition, including an inability to perform any elective procedure in compliance with an executive order or local health order issued in response to or arising from a state disaster emergency declared under IC 10-14-3-12 to respond to COVID-19.

As added by P.L.166-2021, SEC.5.
Ind. Code § 25-28.5-1-21 — Indiana Code / Title 25 / Article 28.5 / Chapter 1 / Section 25-28.5-1-21
Repealed
Status: repealed

Formerly: Acts 1972, P.L.188, SEC.1. Repealed by P.L.260-1987, SEC.3.
Ind. Code § 25-30-1.3-17 — Indiana Code / Title 25 / Article 30 / Chapter 1.3 / Section 25-30-1.3-17
Expiration; renewal; reinstatement
Status: in_force

Sec. 17. (a) Subject to IC 25-1-2-6(e), unless renewed, a license issued under this chapter expires on a date specified by the licensing agency under IC 25-1-5-4 and expires every four (4) years after the initial expiration date. An applicant for renewal shall pay the renewal fee established by the board under IC 25-1-8-2 on or before the renewal date specified by the licensing agency.

(b) Subject to IC 25-1-2-6(e), if the holder of a license does not renew the license by the date specified by the licensing agency, the license expires and becomes invalid without any action taken by the board.

(c) If a license has been expired for not more than three (3) years, the license may be reinstated if the holder of the license meets the requirements under IC 25-1-8-6(c).

(d) If a license has been expired for more than three (3) years, the license may be reinstated by the board if the holder of the license meets the requirements for reinstatement under IC 25-1-8-6(d).

As added by P.L.185-2007, SEC.27. Amended by P.L.105-2008, SEC.58; P.L.177-2015, SEC.69; P.L.29-2026, SEC.49.
Ind. Code § 25-2.1-7-1 — Indiana Code / Title 25 / Article 2.1 / Chapter 7 / Section 25-2.1-7-1
Appointment of secretary of state as process agent
Status: in_force

Sec. 1. An application by an individual or a firm that is not a resident of Indiana for a certificate under IC 25-2.1-3 or IC 25-2.1-4 or a permit to practice under IC 25-2.1-5 constitutes appointment of the secretary of state as the applicant's agent on whom process may be served in an action or proceeding against the applicant arising out of a transaction or operation connected with or incidental to the practice of accountancy by the applicant within Indiana.

As added by P.L.30-1993, SEC.7.
Ind. Code § 25-42-9-9 — Indiana Code / Title 25 / Article 42 / Chapter 9 / Section 25-42-9-9
Resolution of disputes
Status: in_force

Sec. 9. (a) Upon request by a party state, the commission shall attempt to resolve disputes related to this compact that arise among party states and between party and nonparty states.

(b) The commission shall promulgate a rule providing for both mediation and binding dispute resolution for disputes, as appropriate.

(c) If the commission cannot resolve disputes among party states arising under this compact:

(1) the party states may submit the issues in dispute to an arbitration panel, which must be comprised of individuals appointed by the compact administrator in each of the affected party states and an individual mutually agreed upon by the compact administrators of all the party states involved in the dispute; and

(2) the decision of a majority of the arbitrators is final and binding.

As added by P.L.135-2019, SEC.5.
Ind. Code § 25-26-26-21 — Indiana Code / Title 25 / Article 26 / Chapter 26 / Section 25-26-26-21
Program participation of out-of-state entities
Status: in_force

Sec. 21. (a) An entity that participates in a drug donation or repository program in another state may participate in the program.

(b) If the entity under subsection (a) is a pharmacy that is licensed in another state, the pharmacy may dispense donated prescription drugs and supplies to residents of Indiana.

(c) The central repository or a local repository may donate or transfer prescription drugs and supplies to an out-of-state entity that participates in a drug donation or repository program in another state if the drug donation program or repository program in that state allows for the donation or transfer of prescription drugs and supplies to the central repository or a local repository located in Indiana.

(d) Notwithstanding any other law, an out-of-state entity that participates in the program is required to comply with the laws and rules of Indiana, unless the law or rule is in conflict with a law or rule in the state where the entity is located.

As added by P.L.208-2023, SEC.5.
Ind. Code § 25-26-14-15.5 — Indiana Code / Title 25 / Article 26 / Chapter 14 / Section 25-26-14-15.5
Repealed
Status: repealed

As added by P.L.212-2005, SEC.49. Repealed by P.L.98-2006, SEC.29.
Ind. Code § 25-42-9-10 — Indiana Code / Title 25 / Article 42 / Chapter 9 / Section 25-42-9-10
Enforcement by the commission
Status: in_force

Sec. 10. (a) The commission, in the reasonable exercise of the commission's discretion, shall enforce the provisions and rules of this compact.

(b) By majority vote, the commission may initiate legal action in the United States District Court for the District of Columbia or the federal district in which the commission has the commission's principal offices against a party state that is in default to enforce compliance with the provisions of this compact and the commission's promulgated rules and bylaws. The relief sought may include both injunctive relief and damages. In the event judicial enforcement is necessary, the prevailing party must be awarded all costs of the litigation, including reasonable attorney's fees.

(c) The remedies described in this section are not the exclusive remedies of the commission. The commission may pursue any other remedies available under federal or state law.

As added by P.L.135-2019, SEC.5.
Ind. Code § 25-31.5-2-3 — Indiana Code / Title 25 / Article 31.5 / Chapter 2 / Section 25-31.5-2-3
Members
Status: in_force

Sec. 3. The board consists of the following five (5) members:

(1) Four (4) soil scientists who, at the time of appointment, include:

(A) one (1) member from federal, state, or local government;

(B) one (1) member involved in education in a teaching, a research, or an extension context; and

(C) two (2) members from industry or the private practice of soil science who are registered professional soil scientists in Indiana.

(2) One (1) member who represents the public at large and is not associated with soil science other than as a consumer.

As added by P.L.244-2001, SEC.1.
Ind. Code § 25-42-3-3 — Indiana Code / Title 25 / Article 42 / Chapter 3 / Section 25-42-3-3
Applicant requirements
Status: in_force

Sec. 3. Each party state shall require the following for an applicant to obtain or retain a multistate license in the home state:

(1) The applicant meets the home state's qualifications for licensure or renewal of licensure, as well as all other applicable state laws.

(2) The applicant has either:

(A) graduated or is eligible to graduate from a licensing board approved licensed nurse prelicensure education program; or

(B) graduated from a foreign licensed nurse prelicensure education program that has been:

(i) approved by the authorized accrediting body in the applicable country; and

(ii) verified by an independent credentials review agency to be comparable to a licensing board approved prelicensure education program.

(3) If:

(A) English is not the applicant's native language; or

(B) the applicant graduated from a foreign prelicensure education program that was not taught in English;

the applicant has successfully passed an English proficiency examination that includes the components of reading, speaking, writing, and listening.

(4) The applicant has successfully passed an NCLEX for registered nurses or NCLEX for practical nurses or recognized predecessor examination, as applicable.

(5) The applicant is eligible for or holds an active license without encumbrance.

(6) The applicant has submitted, in connection with an application for initial licensure or licensure by endorsement, fingerprints or other biometric data for the purpose of obtaining criminal history record information from the Federal Bureau of Investigation and the agency responsible for retaining that state's criminal records.

(7) The applicant has:

(A) not been convicted or found guilty; or

(B) entered into an agreed disposition;

of a felony offense under applicable state or federal criminal law.

(8) The applicant has:

(A) not been convicted or found guilty; or

(B) entered into an agreed disposition;

of a misdemeanor offense related to the practice of nursing, as determined on a case by case basis.

(9) The applicant is not currently enrolled in an alternative program.

(10) The applicant is subject to self-disclosure requirements regarding current participation in an alternative program.

(11) The applicant has a valid Social Security number.

As added by P.L.135-2019, SEC.5.
Ind. Code § 25-17.6-1-8 — Indiana Code / Title 25 / Article 17.6 / Chapter 1 / Section 25-17.6-1-8
"State geologist"
Status: in_force

Sec. 8. "State geologist" means the person in charge of the Indiana geological and water survey established by IC 21-47-2.

As added by P.L.161-1996, SEC.2. Amended by P.L.2-2007, SEC.323; P.L.233-2017, SEC.32.
Ind. Code § 25-29-6-6 — Indiana Code / Title 25 / Article 29 / Chapter 6 / Section 25-29-6-6
Use of information for investigation or disciplinary proceedings
Status: in_force

Sec. 6. The board may initiate an investigation or a disciplinary proceeding based on information that is collected under this chapter.

As added by P.L.33-1993, SEC.64.
Ind. Code § 25-43-4-9 — Indiana Code / Title 25 / Article 43 / Chapter 4 / Section 25-43-4-9
Restoration of compact privilege in remote state
Status: in_force

Sec. 9. If a licensee's compact privilege in any remote state is removed due to an erroneous charge, privileges shall be restored through the compact data system.

As added by P.L.21-2023, SEC.1.
Ind. Code § 25-11-1-16 — Indiana Code / Title 25 / Article 11 / Chapter 1 / Section 25-11-1-16
Appeals
Status: in_force

Sec. 16. (a) An appeal may be taken from a final order of the secretary of state under this chapter as follows:

(1) By an applicant for a license under this chapter, from a final order of the secretary of state concerning the application.

(2) By a licensee, from a final order of the secretary of state affecting the licensee's license under this chapter.

(3) By any person against whom a civil penalty is imposed under section 15 of this chapter, from the final order of the secretary of state imposing the civil penalty.

(4) By any person who is named as a respondent in an investigation or a proceeding under section 9 of this chapter, from a final order of the secretary of state under section 9 of this chapter. An appeal under this subdivision may be taken in:

(A) the circuit or superior court of Marion County; or

(B) the circuit or superior court of the county in which the appellant resides or maintains a place of business.

(b) A person who seeks to appeal an order of the secretary of state under this section must serve the secretary of state with the following not later than twenty (20) days after the entry of the order:

(1) A written notice of the appeal stating:

(A) the court in which the appeal will be taken; and

(B) the grounds on which a reversal of the secretary of state's final order is sought.

(2) A written demand from the appellant for:

(A) a certified transcript of the record; and

(B) all papers on file in the secretary of state's office;

concerning the order from which the appeal is being taken.

(3) A bond in the penal sum of five hundred dollars ($500) payable to the state with sufficient surety to be approved by the secretary of state, conditioned upon:

(A) the faithful prosecution of the appeal to final judgment; and

(B) the payment of all costs that are adjudged against the appellant.

(c) Not later than ten (10) days after the secretary of state is served with the items described in subsection (b), the secretary of state shall make, certify, and deliver to the appellant the transcript described in subsection (b)(2)(A). Not later than five (5) days after the appellant receives the transcript under this subsection, the appellant shall file the transcript and a copy of the notice of appeal with the clerk of the court. The notice of appeal serves as the appellant's complaint. The secretary of state may appear before the court, file any motion or pleading in the matter, and form the issue. The cause shall be entered on the court's calendar to be heard de novo and shall be given precedence over all matters pending in the court.

(d) The court shall receive and consider any pertinent oral or written evidence concerning the order of the secretary of state from which the appeal is taken. If the order of the secretary of state is reversed, the court shall in its mandate specifically direct the secretary of state as to the secretary of state's further action in the matter. The secretary of state is not barred from revoking or altering the order for any proper cause that accrues or is discovered after the order is entered. If the order is affirmed, the appellant may, after thirty (30) days from the date the order is affirmed, file a new application for a license under this chapter if the application is not otherwise barred or limited. During the pendency of the appeal, the order from which the appeal is taken is not suspended but remains in effect unless otherwise ordered by the court. An appeal may be taken from the judgment of the court on the same terms and conditions as an appeal is taken in civil actions.

(e) IC 4-21.5 does not apply to a proceeding under this chapter.

As added by P.L.230-2007, SEC.24.
Ind. Code § 25-28.5-1-2 — Indiana Code / Title 25 / Article 28.5 / Chapter 1 / Section 25-28.5-1-2
Definitions
Status: in_force

Sec. 2. As used in this chapter:

(1) "Plumbing" means the practice of and the materials and fixtures used in the installation, maintenance, extension, and alteration of all piping, fixtures, appliances, and appurtenances in connection with any of the following:

(A) Sanitary drainage or storm drainage facilities, the venting system, and the public or private water supply systems, within or adjacent to any building or structure.

(B) The practice and materials used in the installation, maintenance, extension, or alteration of the stormwater, liquid waste, or sewerage, and water supply systems of any premises to the private property line or to their connection with any point of public disposal or other acceptable terminal.

The term does not include the planning, designing, and installation of sanitation and water systems in vehicles commonly known as mobile homes, the drilling of wells, the installation of pumps, pressure tanks, and piping incidental to the drilling or repair of a well system, the sale or installation of water softening equipment and apparatuses and services of the same, or the business of manufacturing or selling plumbing fixtures; appliances, equipment, or hardware; the installation of automatic sprinklers, the overhead or underground water supplies or standpipes when connected to an automatic sprinkler system or to their related devices or appurtenances connecting thereto; nor does the term include the work referred to in section 32(i) of this chapter; nor does the term include the planning or design of water supply or sewage systems which would ordinarily be performed as "the practice of engineering", as defined in IC 25-31-1, or the "practice of architecture", as defined in IC 25-4-1.

(2) "Plumbing contractor" means any person who, for compensation, undertakes to, or submits a bid to, or does himself or herself or by others, construct, repair, alter, remodel, add to, subtract from, or improve plumbing and who is responsible for substantially all the plumbing within the entire project, or one who fabricates units or plumbing substantially completed and ready for installation.

(3) "Journeyman plumber" means a person who engages or offers to engage in, as an occupation or trade, the construction, installation, alteration, maintenance, repair, remodeling, or removal and replacement of plumbing under the supervision, direction, and responsibility of a licensed plumbing contractor.

(4) "Maintenance man" means a person who is employed on a permanent basis to keep the premises of a business establishment in good repair.

(5) "Contracting" means, except as exempted in this chapter, engaging in a business as a contractor.

(6) "Person" means a natural person, except in the case of a plumbing contractor, in which case it may mean the partners or members of a partnership, limited partnership, or any form of unincorporated enterprise, owned by two (2) or more persons, and as applied to "corporation" in addition to the corporate entity means the officers or directors and employees thereof.

(7) "Commission" means the Indiana plumbing commission created by this chapter.

(8) "License" means a certificate issued by the commission established by this chapter which confers upon the holder the privilege to act as a plumbing contractor or a journeyman plumber as defined in this chapter.

(9) "Farmstead" means a farm dwelling together with other buildings, structures, equipment, piping, and other plumbing materials and supplies, located upon a parcel of real estate used primarily for agricultural purposes located outside the corporate limits of a municipality and not connected to a public water supply.

(10) "Licensing agency" means the Indiana professional licensing agency established under IC 25-1-5-3.

(11) "Apprentice plumber" means an individual who:

(A) is learning the plumbing trade; and

(B) is under the direction and immediate supervision of a licensed plumbing contractor or a licensed journeyman plumber.

(12) "Registration" means the granting of a certificate by the commission that authorizes an individual to act as an apprentice plumber.

Formerly: Acts 1972, P.L.188, SEC.1. As amended by Acts 1981, P.L.222, SEC.202; P.L.132-1984, SEC.36; P.L.248-1985, SEC.1; P.L.1-2006, SEC.469.
Ind. Code § 25-34.1-3-9.5 — Indiana Code / Title 25 / Article 34.1 / Chapter 3 / Section 25-34.1-3-9.5
Fees; real estate appraiser licensure and certification program
Status: in_force

Sec. 9.5. (a) The commission shall establish fees under IC 25-1-8-2 to implement section 8 of this chapter.

(b) Notwithstanding IC 25-1-8-2, a fee established under IC 25-1-8-2 to implement section 8 of this chapter may not be less than fifty dollars ($50).

(c) The commission shall establish fees to provide funding for the investigative fund established by IC 25-34.1-8-7.5. The fees under this subsection may not be more than twenty dollars ($20).

(d) The board may collect a fee required by federal law and transmit the fees to the federal government as required by federal law.

(e) A fee described in subsection (a) is in addition to any fees required by federal law.

As added by P.L.57-2007, SEC.4.
Ind. Code § 25-15-9-14 — Indiana Code / Title 25 / Article 15 / Chapter 9 / Section 25-15-9-14
Fees and gifts; collection and distribution
Status: in_force

Sec. 14. The Indiana professional licensing agency shall collect all fees required under this article and gifts received by the board and at the end of each month shall do the following:

(1) Report amounts collected to the state comptroller.

(2) Transfer amounts collected to the treasurer of state for deposit as follows:

(A) An amount established by the board and not exceeding five dollars ($5) per license issued under this article in the funeral service education fund.

(B) Gifts dedicated to the funeral service education fund in that fund.

(C) The remainder, after deducting the amounts described in clause (A) or (B), in the state general fund.

As added by P.L.48-1991, SEC.31. Amended by P.L.9-2024, SEC.457.
Ind. Code § 25-23.6-8-2.1 — Indiana Code / Title 25 / Article 23.6 / Chapter 8 / Section 25-23.6-8-2.1
Requirements for institution attended by applicant
Status: in_force

Sec. 2.1. (a) An applicant for a license as a marriage and family therapist under section 1 of this chapter or an applicant for a license as a marriage and family therapist associate under section 1.5 of this chapter must have received a master's or doctor's degree in marriage and family therapy, or in a related area as determined by the board, from an eligible postsecondary educational institution that meets the following requirements:

(1) If the institution was located in the United States or a territory of the United States, at the time of the applicant's graduation the institution was accredited by a regional accrediting body recognized by the Commission on Recognition of Postsecondary Accreditation.

(2) If the institution was located in Canada, at the time of the applicant's graduation the institution was a member in good standing with the Association of Universities and Colleges of Canada.

(3) If the institution was located in a foreign country other than Canada, at the time of the applicant's graduation the institution:

(A) was recognized by the government of the country where the school was located as a program to train in the practice of marriage and family therapy or psychotherapy; and

(B) maintained a standard of training substantially equivalent to the standards of institutions accredited by a regional accrediting body recognized by the Commission on Recognition of Postsecondary Accreditation.

(b) An applicant for a license as a marriage and family therapist under section 1 of this chapter or an applicant for a license as a marriage and family therapist associate under section 1.5 of this chapter who has a master's or doctoral degree from a program that did not emphasize marriage and family therapy may complete the course work requirement from an institution that is:

(1) accredited by the Commission on Accreditation for Marriage and Family Therapy Education; and

(2) recognized by the United States Department of Education.

As added by P.L.147-1997, SEC.62. Amended by P.L.2-2007, SEC.338; P.L.134-2008, SEC.41.
Ind. Code § 25-26-22-11 — Indiana Code / Title 25 / Article 26 / Chapter 22 / Section 25-26-22-11
Application of chapter for investigative audits
Status: in_force

Sec. 11. This chapter does not apply to an investigative audit conducted for purposes of determining whether fraud, willful misrepresentation, or alleged serious abuse has occurred.

As added by P.L.7-2009, SEC.1.
Ind. Code § 25-0.5-1-12 — Indiana Code / Title 25 / Article 0.5 / Chapter 1 / Section 25-0.5-1-12
Certified direct entry midwives
Status: in_force

Sec. 12. IC 25-1-1.1-4 applies to an individual licensed or certified under IC 25-23.4 (certified direct entry midwives).

As added by P.L.3-2014, SEC.5.
Ind. Code § 25-23.7-8-5 — Indiana Code / Title 25 / Article 23.7 / Chapter 8 / Section 25-23.7-8-5
Installation location
Status: in_force

Sec. 5. (a) An existing location within a mobile home community that is:

(1) valid and conforming; or

(2) valid and nonconforming;

under a local ordinance may be modified or expanded to provide adequate support and utilities for an installation described in section 1 of this chapter.

(b) A location modified or expanded under subsection (a) retains the status that the location possessed under the local ordinance before the modification or expansion.

(c) If an installation on a location described in subsection (a) is installed in accordance with rules adopted under IC 16-41-27, the location is not considered new work or new construction.

As added by P.L.87-2005, SEC.37. Amended by P.L.21-2006, SEC.1.
Ind. Code § 25-0.5-10-31 — Indiana Code / Title 25 / Article 0.5 / Chapter 10 / Section 25-0.5-10-31
Behavioral health and human services licensing board
Status: in_force

Sec. 31. The behavioral health and human services licensing board (IC 25-23.6) is a board under IC 25-1-8-6.

As added by P.L.3-2014, SEC.5.
Ind. Code § 25-42.5-2-11 — Indiana Code / Title 25 / Article 42.5 / Chapter 2 / Section 25-42.5-2-11
"Executive committee"
Status: in_force

Sec. 11. "Executive committee" means a group of directors elected or appointed to act on behalf of, and within the powers granted to them by, the commission.

As added by P.L.98-2023, SEC.2.
Ind. Code § 25-4-1-9 — Indiana Code / Title 25 / Article 4 / Chapter 1 / Section 25-4-1-9
Examinations of applicants
Status: in_force

Sec. 9. The board shall adopt rules under IC 4-22-2 concerning the scope and subject matter for the examination of applicants for certificates of registration as registered architects. The examination must be a written test of the applicant's competency to plan, design, specify, and supervise architectural projects. The examination must include the following subjects:

(1) The planning, specifying, designing, and construction of buildings.

(2) The strength of building materials.

(3) The principles of sanitation and ventilation as applied to buildings.

(4) The ability of the applicant to make practical application of his knowledge in the ordinary professional work of an architect.

The board may require the written examination to be supplemented by oral examinations.

Formerly: Acts 1929, c.62, s.9. As amended by P.L.173-1996, SEC.7.
Ind. Code § 25-33.5-3-6 — Indiana Code / Title 25 / Article 33.5 / Chapter 3 / Section 25-33.5-3-6
Temporary authorization to practice
Status: in_force

Sec. 6. A home state's license grants temporary authorization to practice to a psychologist in a distant state only if the compact state:

(1) currently requires the psychologist to hold an active interjurisdictional practice certificate;

(2) has a mechanism in place for receiving and investigating complaints about licensed individuals;

(3) notifies the commission, in compliance with the compact terms, of any adverse action or significant investigatory information concerning a licensed individual;

(4) requires an identity history summary of all applicants at initial licensure, including the use of the results of fingerprints or other biometric data checks compliant with the requirements of the Federal Bureau of Investigation, or other designee with similar authority, not later than ten (10) years after activation of the compact; and

(5) complies with the bylaws and rules of the commission.

As added by P.L.65-2022, SEC.2.
Ind. Code § 25-1-5-4.6 — Indiana Code / Title 25 / Article 1 / Chapter 5 / Section 25-1-5-4.6
Electronic applications; website information
Status: in_force

Sec. 4.6. (a) Beginning January 1, 2024, all applications for a new license or certificate or renewal of a license or certificate must be submitted electronically, unless an individual requests a paper copy of the application for a new license or certificate or renewal of a license or certificate from the agency. The agency shall prescribe the form and manner to request a paper copy.

(b) Beginning January 1, 2024, before February 1 of each calendar year, the agency shall post on its website the following information:

(1) The number of new licenses and certificates issued in the preceding calendar year, with the information separated by license and certificate type.

(2) The average wait time for new licenses and certificates that were issued after submission of a completed application in the preceding calendar year, with the information separated by license and certificate type.

(3) The number of licenses and certificates renewed in the preceding calendar year, with the information separated by license and certificate type.

As added by P.L.148-2023, SEC.6.
Ind. Code § 25-34.1-1-2 — Indiana Code / Title 25 / Article 34.1 / Chapter 1 / Section 25-34.1-1-2
Definitions
Status: in_force

Sec. 2. As used in this article:

(1) "Person" means an individual, a partnership, a corporation, or a limited liability company.

(2) "Commission" means the Indiana real estate commission.

(3) "Real estate" means any right, title, or interest in real property.

(4) "Broker" means a person who:

(A) for consideration, sells, buys, trades, exchanges, options, leases, rents, manages, lists, or appraises real estate or negotiates or offers to perform any of those acts; and

(B) is acting in association with and under the auspices of a managing broker and broker company.

(5) "License" means a broker license issued under this article and which is not expired, suspended, or revoked.

(6) "Licensee" means a person who holds a license issued under this article. The term does not include a person who holds a real estate appraiser license or certificate issued under the real estate appraiser licensure and certification program established under IC 25-34.1-3-8.

(7) "Course approval" means approval of a broker course granted under this article which is not expired, suspended, or revoked.

(8) "Licensing agency" means the Indiana professional licensing agency established by IC 25-1-5-3.

(9) "Board" refers to the real estate appraiser licensure and certification board established under IC 25-34.1-8-1.

(10) "Commercial real estate" means a parcel of real estate other than real estate containing one (1) to four (4) residential units. This term does not include single family residential units such as:

(A) condominiums;

(B) townhouses;

(C) manufactured homes; or

(D) homes in a subdivision;

when sold, leased, or otherwise conveyed on a unit-by-unit basis, even if those units are part of a larger building or parcel of real estate containing more than four (4) residential units.

(11) "Out-of-state commercial broker" includes a person, a partnership, an association, a limited liability company, a limited liability partnership, or a corporation that is licensed to do business as a broker in a jurisdiction other than Indiana.

(12) "Out-of-state commercial salesperson" includes a person affiliated with an out-of-state commercial broker who is not licensed as a broker under this article.

(13) "Managing broker" refers to an individual broker whom the commission holds responsible for the actions of licensees who are affiliated with the broker company.

(14) "Broker company" means a licensee that is a business engaged in the activities described in IC 25-34.1-3-2(a), whether as a sole proprietorship, a partnership, a limited liability company, or a corporation. In the case of a broker company that is a sole proprietorship, the individual broker who is the sole proprietor is the broker company and the managing broker for the broker company.

As added by Acts 1979, P.L.248, SEC.1. Amended by Acts 1982, P.L.113, SEC.79; P.L.132-1984, SEC.42; P.L.186-1990, SEC.11; P.L.183-1991, SEC.5; P.L.128-1994, SEC.1; P.L.64-2004, SEC.16; P.L.2-2005, SEC.71; P.L.1-2006, SEC.479; P.L.127-2012, SEC.7; P.L.200-2013, SEC.1; P.L.116-2015, SEC.1.
Ind. Code § 25-33.5-10-5 — Indiana Code / Title 25 / Article 33.5 / Chapter 10 / Section 25-33.5-10-5
Meetings open to the public; notice
Status: in_force

Sec. 5. All meetings shall be open to the public, and public notice of the meetings shall be given in the same manner as required under the rulemaking provisions set forth in IC 25-33.5-11.

As added by P.L.65-2022, SEC.2.
Ind. Code § 25-43-8-5 — Indiana Code / Title 25 / Article 43 / Chapter 8 / Section 25-43-8-5
Meetings open to the public; notice; closed meetings; meeting minutes
Status: in_force

Sec. 5. (a) All meetings shall be open to the public, and public notice of meetings shall be given in the same manner as required under the rulemaking provisions in IC 25-43-10.

(b) The commission or the executive committee or other committees of the commission may convene in a closed, nonpublic meeting if the commission or executive committee or other committees of the commission must discuss any of the following:

(1) Noncompliance of a member state with its obligations under the compact.

(2) The employment, compensation, discipline or other matters, practices, or procedures related to specific employees or other matters related to the commission's internal personnel practices and procedures.

(3) Current, threatened, or reasonably anticipated litigation.

(4) Negotiation of contracts for the purchase, lease, or sale of goods, services, or real estate.

(5) Accusing any person of a crime or formally censuring any person.

(6) Disclosure of trade secrets or commercial or financial information that is privileged or confidential.

(7) Disclosure of information of a personal nature in which disclosure would constitute a clearly unwarranted invasion of personal privacy.

(8) Disclosure of investigative records compiled for law enforcement purposes.

(9) Disclosure of information related to any investigative reports prepared by or on behalf of or for use of the commission or other committee charged with responsibility of investigation or determination of compliance issues pursuant to the compact.

(10) Matters specifically exempted from disclosure by federal or member state statute.

(c) If a meeting, or portion of a meeting, is closed pursuant to this provision, the commission's legal counsel or designee shall certify that the meeting may be closed and shall reference each relevant exempting provision.

(d) The commission shall keep minutes that fully and clearly describe all matters discussed in a meeting and shall provide a full and accurate summary of actions taken, and the reasons therefore, including a description of the views expressed. All documents considered in connection with an action shall be identified in such minutes. All minutes and documents of a closed meeting shall remain under seal, subject to release by a majority vote of the commission or order of a court of competent jurisdiction.

As added by P.L.21-2023, SEC.1.
Ind. Code § 25-33.5-11-4 — Indiana Code / Title 25 / Article 33.5 / Chapter 11 / Section 25-33.5-11-4
Notice of proposed rulemaking
Status: in_force

Sec. 4. (a) Before promulgation and adoption of a final rule by the commission, and at least sixty (60) days in advance of the meeting at which the rule will be considered and voted upon, the commission shall file a notice of proposed rulemaking as follows:

(1) On the commission's website.

(2) On:

(A) the website of each compact state's psychology regulatory authority; or

(B) the publication in which each state would otherwise publish proposed rules.

(b) The notice of proposed rulemaking shall include the following:

(1) The proposed time, date, and location of the meeting in which the rule will be considered and voted upon.

(2) The text of the proposed rule or amendment and the reason for the proposed rule or amendment.

(3) A request for comments on the proposed rule from any interested person.

(4) The manner in which an interested person may submit notice to the commission of the person's intention to attend the public hearing and any written comments.

As added by P.L.65-2022, SEC.2. Amended by P.L.11-2023, SEC.86.
Ind. Code § 25-1-4-1 — Indiana Code / Title 25 / Article 1 / Chapter 4 / Section 25-1-4-1
Requirement
Status: in_force

Sec. 1. No board or agency regulating a profession or occupation under this title or under IC 16 or IC 22 may require continuing education as a condition of certification, registration, or licensure unless so specifically authorized or mandated by statute.

As added by Acts 1981, P.L.222, SEC.1. Amended by P.L.2-2008, SEC.53.
Ind. Code § 25-34.1-11-17 — Indiana Code / Title 25 / Article 34.1 / Chapter 11 / Section 25-34.1-11-17
Disciplinary sanctions
Status: in_force

Sec. 17. (a) An appraisal management company that violates this chapter is subject to disciplinary sanctions under IC 25-1-11-12.

(b) The board may impose a civil penalty of not more than ten thousand dollars ($10,000) for each violation of this chapter.

(c) A civil penalty collected under this section must be deposited in the investigative fund established by IC 25-34.1-8-7.5.

As added by P.L.77-2010, SEC.2.
Ind. Code § 25-26-17-5 — Indiana Code / Title 25 / Article 26 / Chapter 17 / Section 25-26-17-5
Grounds for denial, suspension, or revocation of registration
Status: in_force

Sec. 5. The board may deny, revoke, or suspend the registration of a nonresident pharmacy for:

(1) failing to comply with sections 3, 4, 4.5, and 6 of this chapter; or

(2) conduct that causes serious bodily or psychological harm to a customer who lives in Indiana or purchased drugs from the nonresident pharmacy while in Indiana, if the board reports the matter to the pharmacy regulatory or licensing agency in the state in which the nonresident pharmacy is located.

As added by P.L.183-1997, SEC.1. Amended by P.L.105-2008, SEC.49.
Ind. Code § 25-36.5-1-2.1 — Indiana Code / Title 25 / Article 36.5 / Chapter 1 / Section 25-36.5-1-2.1
Purchasing timber; contracts in writing
Status: in_force

Sec. 2.1. (a) A contract to purchase timber must be in writing pursuant to:

(1) the Uniform Commercial Code (IC 26-1); and

(2) the rules adopted by the department.

(b) No person shall engage in the purchase of timber with a timber grower without a written contract as described in subsection (a).

(c) Each timber purchase without a written contract constitutes a separate and distinct violation under this chapter.

(d) Failure to have a written contract to purchase timber does not limit the remedies available to a timber grower under this chapter.

As added by P.L.141-2022, SEC.49.
Ind. Code § 25-0.5-8-36 — Indiana Code / Title 25 / Article 0.5 / Chapter 8 / Section 25-0.5-8-36
Midwifery committee
Status: in_force

Sec. 36. An occupation for which a person is licensed, certified, or registered by the midwifery committee (IC 25-23.4-2-1) is a regulated occupation under IC 25-1-7.

As added by P.L.3-2014, SEC.5.
Ind. Code § 25-29-2-1 — Indiana Code / Title 25 / Article 29 / Chapter 2 / Section 25-29-2-1
Establishment of board
Status: in_force

Sec. 1. The board of podiatric medicine is established.

As added by P.L.33-1993, SEC.60.
Ind. Code § 25-21.5-5-5 — Indiana Code / Title 25 / Article 21.5 / Chapter 5 / Section 25-21.5-5-5
Qualification of applicants; credit for education
Status: in_force

Sec. 5. (a) In considering the qualifications of applicants, responsible charge of surveying teaching shall be construed as responsible charge of surveying work.

(b) An applicant who holds a degree of master of science of land surveying or the equivalent degree from a curriculum in land surveying approved by the board may be given a maximum credit of one (1) year of experience in addition to the credit of four (4) years of education.

(c) An applicant who holds a degree of doctor of philosophy or the equivalent degree from a curriculum in land surveying approved by the board may be given a maximum of credit of two (2) years of experience in addition to a credit of four (4) years of education.

(d) Graduation in a course other than land surveying from a college or university acceptable to the board may be considered as equivalent to two (2) years land surveying experience and education.

As added by P.L.23-1991, SEC.12.
Ind. Code § 25-13-3-11 — Indiana Code / Title 25 / Article 13 / Chapter 3 / Section 25-13-3-11
Consent form
Status: in_force

Sec. 11. (a) A dental hygienist must obtain a signed consent form before providing dental hygiene services under an access practice agreement. The consent form must be signed by:

(1) the patient; or

(2) a parent or legal guardian of the patient if the patient is a minor or is an incapacitated person.

(b) A copy of the signed consent form must be provided to the patient or the parent or legal guardian of the patient.

As added by P.L.30-2018, SEC.2.
Ind. Code § 25-1-10.3-3.5 — Indiana Code / Title 25 / Article 1 / Chapter 10.3 / Section 25-1-10.3-3.5
"Educational degree"
Status: in_force

Sec. 3.5. As used in this chapter, "educational degree" means the degree awarded to the practitioner by a college or university in the practitioner's profession, which may be used under the scope of the practitioner's license, including use of its acronym.

As added by P.L.128-2022, SEC.1.
Ind. Code § 25-33-1-1 — Indiana Code / Title 25 / Article 33 / Chapter 1 / Section 25-33-1-1
Repealed
Status: repealed

Formerly: Acts 1969, c.416, s.1. Repealed by P.L.140-1993, SEC.20.
Ind. Code § 25-28.5-1-8 — Indiana Code / Title 25 / Article 28.5 / Chapter 1 / Section 25-28.5-1-8
Powers of commission
Status: in_force

Sec. 8. The commission may:

(1) Adopt and promulgate rules and regulations for its guidance and for the regulation of its business and procedure consistent with the provisions of this chapter and in the manner provided in IC 4-22-2.

(2) Enter into such other contracts and authorize expenditures as its duties require, subject to the provisions of this chapter and IC 25-1-5.

(3) Do all things necessary for carrying into effect the provisions of this chapter.

Formerly: Acts 1972, P.L.188, SEC.1. As amended by Acts 1981, P.L.222, SEC.206; P.L.2-2005, SEC.67; P.L.29-2026, SEC.46.
Ind. Code § 25-22.5-1-2 — Indiana Code / Title 25 / Article 22.5 / Chapter 1 / Section 25-22.5-1-2
Exclusions
Status: in_force

Sec. 2. (a) This article, as it relates to the unlawful or unauthorized practice of medicine or osteopathic medicine, does not apply to any of the following:

(1) A student in training in a medical school approved by the board, or while performing duties as an intern or a resident in a hospital under the supervision of the hospital's staff or in a program approved by the medical school.

(2) A person who renders service in case of emergency where no fee or other consideration is contemplated, charged, or received.

(3) A paramedic (as defined in IC 16-18-2-266), an advanced emergency medical technician (as defined in IC 16-18-2-6.5), an emergency medical technician (as defined in IC 16-18-2-112), or a person with equivalent certification from another state who renders advanced life support (as defined in IC 16-18-2-7), or basic life support (as defined in IC 16-18-2-33.5):

(A) during a disaster emergency declared by the governor under IC 10-14-3-12 in response to an act that the governor in good faith believes to be an act of terrorism (as defined in IC 35-31.5-2-329); and

(B) in accordance with the rules adopted by the Indiana emergency medical services commission or the disaster emergency declaration of the governor.

(4) Commissioned medical officers or medical service officers of the armed forces of the United States, the United States Public Health Service, and medical officers of the United States Department of Veterans Affairs in the discharge of their official duties in Indiana.

(5) An individual who is not a licensee who resides in another state or country and is authorized to practice medicine or osteopathic medicine there, who is called in for consultation by an individual licensed to practice medicine or osteopathic medicine in Indiana.

(6) A person administering a domestic or family remedy to a member of the person's family.

(7) A member of a church practicing the religious tenets of the church if the member does not make a medical diagnosis, prescribe or administer drugs or medicines, perform surgical or physical operations, or assume the title of or profess to be a physician.

(8) A school corporation and a school employee who acts under IC 34-30-14 (or IC 34-4-16.5-3.5 before its repeal).

(9) A chiropractor practicing the chiropractor's profession under IC 25-10 or to an employee of a chiropractor acting under the direction and supervision of the chiropractor under IC 25-10-1-13.

(10) A dental hygienist practicing the dental hygienist's profession under IC 25-13.

(11) A dentist practicing the dentist's profession under IC 25-14.

(12) A hearing aid dealer practicing the hearing aid dealer's profession under IC 25-20.

(13) A nurse practicing the nurse's profession under IC 25-23. However, a certified registered nurse anesthetist (as defined in IC 25-23-1-1.4) may administer anesthesia if the certified registered nurse anesthetist acts under the direction of and in the immediate presence of a physician.

(14) An optometrist practicing the optometrist's profession under IC 25-24.

(15) A pharmacist practicing the pharmacist's profession under IC 25-26.

(16) A physical therapist practicing the physical therapist's profession under IC 25-27.

(17) A podiatrist practicing the podiatrist's profession under IC 25-29.

(18) A psychologist practicing the psychologist's profession under IC 25-33.

(19) A speech-language pathologist or audiologist practicing the pathologist's or audiologist's profession under IC 25-35.6.

(20) An employee of a physician or group of physicians who performs an act, a duty, or a function that is customarily within the specific area of practice of the employing physician or group of physicians, if the act, duty, or function is performed under the direction and supervision of the employing physician or a physician of the employing group within whose area of practice the act, duty, or function falls. An employee may not make a diagnosis or prescribe a treatment and must report the results of an examination of a patient conducted by the employee to the employing physician or the physician of the employing group under whose supervision the employee is working. An employee may not administer medication without the specific order of the employing physician or a physician of the employing group. Unless an employee is licensed or registered to independently practice in a profession described in subdivisions (9) through (18), nothing in this subsection grants the employee independent practitioner status or the authority to perform patient services in an independent practice in a profession.

(21) A hospital licensed under IC 16-21 or IC 12-25.

(22) A health care organization whose members, shareholders, or partners are individuals, partnerships, corporations, facilities, or institutions licensed or legally authorized by this state to provide health care or professional services as:

(A) a physician;

(B) a psychiatric hospital;

(C) a hospital;

(D) a health maintenance organization or limited service health maintenance organization;

(E) a health facility;

(F) a dentist;

(G) a registered or licensed practical nurse;

(H) a certified nurse midwife or a certified direct entry midwife;

(I) an optometrist;

(J) a podiatrist;

(K) a chiropractor;

(L) a physical therapist; or

(M) a psychologist.

(23) A physician assistant practicing the physician assistant profession under IC 25-27.5.

(24) A physician providing medical treatment under section 2.1 of this chapter.

(25) An attendant who provides attendant care services (as defined in IC 16-18-2-28.5).

(26) A personal services attendant providing authorized attendant care services under IC 12-10-17.1.

(27) A respiratory care practitioner practicing the practitioner's profession under IC 25-34.5.

(b) A person described in subsection (a)(9) through (a)(18) is not excluded from the application of this article if:

(1) the person performs an act that an Indiana statute does not authorize the person to perform; and

(2) the act qualifies in whole or in part as the practice of medicine or osteopathic medicine.

(c) An employment or other contractual relationship between an entity described in subsection (a)(21) through (a)(22) and a licensed physician does not constitute the unlawful practice of medicine or osteopathic medicine under this article if the entity does not direct or control independent medical acts, decisions, or judgment of the licensed physician. However, if the direction or control is done by the entity under IC 34-30-15 (or IC 34-4-12.6 before its repeal), the entity is excluded from the application of this article as it relates to the unlawful practice of medicine or osteopathic medicine.

(d) This subsection does not apply to a prescription or drug order for a legend drug that is filled or refilled in a pharmacy owned or operated by a hospital licensed under IC 16-21. A physician licensed in Indiana who permits or authorizes a person to fill or refill a prescription or drug order for a legend drug except as authorized in IC 16-42-19-11 through IC 16-42-19-19 is subject to disciplinary action under IC 25-1-9. A person who violates this subsection commits the unlawful practice of medicine or osteopathic medicine under this chapter.

(e) A person described in subsection (a)(8) shall not be authorized to dispense contraceptives or birth control devices.

(f) Nothing in this section allows a person to use words or abbreviations that indicate or induce an individual to believe that the person is engaged in the practice of medicine or osteopathic medicine.

Formerly: Acts 1975, P.L.271, SEC.1. As amended by Acts 1977, P.L.273, SEC.2; P.L.244-1985, SEC.2; P.L.149-1987, SEC.50; P.L.156-1988, SEC.1; P.L.237-1989, SEC.1; P.L.1-1990, SEC.253; P.L.2-1992, SEC.776; P.L.2-1993, SEC.141; P.L.227-1993, SEC.10; P.L.227-1995, SEC.1; P.L.1-1998, SEC.132; P.L.44-1998, SEC.1; P.L.156-2001, SEC.6; P.L.255-2001, SEC.17; P.L.2-2003, SEC.65; P.L.205-2003, SEC.37; P.L.97-2004, SEC.93; P.L.212-2005, SEC.20; P.L.141-2006, SEC.106; P.L.90-2007, SEC.4; P.L.177-2009, SEC.40; P.L.114-2012, SEC.51; P.L.77-2012, SEC.52; P.L.232-2013, SEC.15; P.L.180-2018, SEC.19; P.L.128-2022, SEC.3.
Ind. Code § 25-24-1-5.5 — Indiana Code / Title 25 / Article 24 / Chapter 1 / Section 25-24-1-5.5
Restrictions on board authority
Status: in_force

Sec. 5.5. The board may not establish standards concerning the practice of ocular telemedicine or ocular telehealth that are more restrictive than the standards that are set:

(1) under this article; or

(2) by rule and applicable to the practitioner's in-person ocular practice.

As added by P.L.52-2020, SEC.8.
Ind. Code § 25-22.5-5-7 — Indiana Code / Title 25 / Article 22.5 / Chapter 5 / Section 25-22.5-5-7
Limited license
Status: in_force

Sec. 7. (a) For purposes of this section, "health care facility" has the meaning set forth in IC 16-21-11-1.

(b) For purposes of this section, "underserved area" means a county, city, town, census tract, or township designated by the Indiana department of health under IC 16-46-5-7 as underserved by physicians.

(c) Except as provided in subsection (d), the board shall issue a limited license to an individual who meets all of the following:

(1) The individual applies in a form and manner required by the board.

(2) The individual pays a fee of one hundred dollars ($100).

(3) The individual:

(A) holds:

(i) a medical doctorate or substantially similar degree issued by an international medical program in good standing, as determined by the board; and

(ii) a certificate issued by the Educational Commission on Foreign Medical Graduates;

(B) is in good standing with the medical licensing or regulatory institution of the individual's resident country and has no pending discipline before the licensing or regulatory institution;

(C) completed a residency program or other similar postgraduate medical or clinical training that, as determined by the board, is substantially similar to a residency program accredited by the Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education;

(D) practiced medicine as a licensed physician in a full-time capacity for at least five (5) years out of the preceding six (6) years;

(E) achieved a passing score on steps one (1) through three (3) of the United States Medical Licensing Examination; and

(F) is proficient in the English language.

(4) The individual has a written offer of employment as a physician at a health care facility in an underserved area and the written offer includes the following:

(A) A statement that the health care facility formally agrees to sponsor the individual.

(B) A requirement that the individual must work in collaboration with a supervising physician through a written collaborative agreement that specifies:

(i) the responsibilities and scope of the individual's practice; and

(ii) the manner in which the individual must consult, cooperate, and coordinate with the supervising physician.

(C) A statement that:

(i) the governing board of the health care facility; or

(ii) if the health care facility has no governing body, the chief executive;

has, after consulting with the medical staff of the health care facility, granted privileges to the individual.

(d) The board may not issue a limited license under this section to an individual who does not possess a federal immigration status allowing the individual to practice as a physician in the United States.

(e) A limited license under this section:

(1) authorizes the recipient to practice medicine only at a health care facility in an underserved area; and

(2) expires biennially in accordance with IC 25-22.5-7-1, and may be renewed for not more than six (6) cumulative years.

(f) The board may revoke a limited license under this section if:

(1) the recipient is no longer employed as a physician at a health care facility in an undeserved area; or

(2) there is a compelling reason to revoke the limited license.

(g) Notwithstanding IC 25-22.5-3, the board may convert a limited license under this section that is in good standing to an unlimited license after five (5) years.

(h) The board may require a comprehensive evaluation by an independent organization of an individual to determine the individual's competency in the specialty before issuing an unlimited medical license to the individual under subsection (g).

(i) This section expires December 31, 2040.

As added by P.L.234-2025, SEC.1.
Ind. Code § 25-31.5-2-7 — Indiana Code / Title 25 / Article 31.5 / Chapter 2 / Section 25-31.5-2-7
Majority vote required
Status: in_force

Sec. 7. The affirmative vote of a majority of the total membership of the board is required for the board to take action on any matter.

As added by P.L.244-2001, SEC.1.
Ind. Code § 25-21.5-5-10 — Indiana Code / Title 25 / Article 21.5 / Chapter 5 / Section 25-21.5-5-10
Certification of correct statements; penalty for false statements
Status: in_force

Sec. 10. (a) An applicant must certify the correctness of the statements in the application.

(b) A person who knowingly makes a false statement in an application commits a Class A misdemeanor.

As added by P.L.23-1991, SEC.12.
Ind. Code § 25-33.5-10-12 — Indiana Code / Title 25 / Article 33.5 / Chapter 10 / Section 25-33.5-10-12
Immunity; defense in civil actions; indemnification
Status: in_force

Sec. 12. (a) The:

(1) members;

(2) officers;

(3) executive director;

(4) employees; and

(5) representatives;

of the commission shall be immune from each suit and liability, either personally or in the individual's official capacity, for any claim for damage to or loss of property, personal injury, or other civil liability caused by or arising out of an actual or alleged act, error, or omission that occurred, or that the person against whom the claim is made had a reasonable basis for believing occurred within the scope of commission employment, duties, or responsibilities as long as nothing may be construed to protect any individual from a suit or liability for any damage, loss, injury, or liability caused by the intentional or willful or wanton misconduct of the individual.

(b) The commission shall defend any member, officer, executive director, employee, or representative of the commission in any civil action seeking to impose liability arising out of any actual or alleged act, error, or omission that occurred within the scope of commission employment, duties, or responsibilities, or that the individual against whom the claim is made had a reasonable basis for believing occurred within the scope of the commission employment, duties, or responsibilities, provided that:

(1) nothing shall be construed to prohibit the individual from retaining the individual's own counsel; and

(2) the actual or alleged act, error, or omission did not result from the individual's intentional or willful or wanton misconduct.

(c) The commission shall indemnify and hold harmless any member, officer, executive director, employee, or representative of the commission for the amount of any settlement or judgment obtained against the individual arising out of any actual or alleged act, error, or omission that occurred within the scope of commission employment, duties, or responsibilities, or that the individual had reasonable basis for believing occurred within the scope of commission employment, duties, or responsibilities, provided that the actual or alleged act, error, or omission did not result from intentional or willful or wanton misconduct by the individual.

As added by P.L.65-2022, SEC.2.
Ind. Code § 25-1-2-6 — Indiana Code / Title 25 / Article 1 / Chapter 2 / Section 25-1-2-6
Definitions; application of section; notice to licensee of need to renew; license expiration
Status: in_force

Sec. 6. (a) As used in this section, "license" includes all occupational and professional licenses, registrations, permits, and certificates issued under the Indiana Code, and "licensee" includes all occupational and professional licensees, registrants, permittees, and certificate holders regulated under the Indiana Code.

(b) This section applies to the entities described in IC 25-0.5-3 that regulate occupations or professions under the Indiana Code.

(c) Notwithstanding any other law, the entities referenced in subsection (b) shall send a notice of the upcoming expiration of a license to each licensee at least ninety (90) days prior to the expiration of the license. The notice must inform the licensee of the need to renew and the requirement of payment of the renewal fee. If this notice of expiration is not sent by the entity, the licensee is not subject to a sanction for failure to renew if, once notice is received from the entity, the license is renewed within forty-five (45) days of the receipt of the notice.

(d) Notwithstanding any other law, the entities referenced in subsection (b) shall send notice of the expiration of a license to each individual whose license has expired within thirty (30) days following the expiration of the license. The notice must meet the following requirements:

(1) Inform the individual of the following:

(A) That the individual's license has expired.

(B) Any requirements that must be met before reinstatement of a license may occur.

(2) Be sent electronically. However, if the entity does not have an electronic mail address on record for the individual, the notice must be sent via United States mail.

(e) If a license is first issued to an individual less than ninety (90) days before the date at the end of the licensing period on which licenses of the type issued to the individual expire generally, the license issued to the individual:

(1) does not expire on that date; but

(2) expires at the conclusion of the next licensing period.

As added by Acts 1981, P.L.221, SEC.1. Amended by P.L.137-1985, SEC.5; P.L.246-1985, SEC.13; P.L.169-1985, SEC.22; P.L.149-1987, SEC.17; P.L.5-1988, SEC.132; P.L.28-1988, SEC.73; P.L.242-1989, SEC.4; P.L.234-1989, SEC.1; P.L.238-1989, SEC.4; P.L.186-1990, SEC.2; P.L.183-1991, SEC.2; P.L.23-1991, SEC.7; P.L.48-1991, SEC.12; P.L.2-1992, SEC.765; P.L.227-1993, SEC.3; P.L.33-1993, SEC.9; P.L.124-1994, SEC.2; P.L.175-1997, SEC.3; P.L.125-1997, SEC.17; P.L.147-1997, SEC.6; P.L.253-1997(ss), SEC.22; P.L.24-1999, SEC.2; P.L.82-2000, SEC.2; P.L.54-2001, SEC.4; P.L.162-2002, SEC.2; P.L.145-2003, SEC.2; P.L.185-2007, SEC.1; P.L.200-2007, SEC.3; P.L.3-2008, SEC.176; P.L.122-2009, SEC.1; P.L.160-2009, SEC.4; P.L.1-2010, SEC.100; P.L.84-2010, SEC.7; P.L.113-2010, SEC.100; P.L.42-2011, SEC.49; P.L.197-2011, SEC.73; P.L.57-2013, SEC.25; P.L.232-2013, SEC.11; P.L.3-2014, SEC.8; P.L.177-2015, SEC.7.
Ind. Code § 25-21.5-8-2 — Indiana Code / Title 25 / Article 21.5 / Chapter 8 / Section 25-21.5-8-2
Biennial period for renewals
Status: in_force

Sec. 2. The biennial period for renewals extends from August 1 of an even-numbered year to July 31 of the next even-numbered year.

As added by P.L.23-1991, SEC.12.
Ind. Code § 25-34.1-10-16 — Indiana Code / Title 25 / Article 34.1 / Chapter 10 / Section 25-34.1-10-16
Liability for misrepresentation
Status: in_force

Sec. 16. (a) A client is not liable for any misrepresentation made by a licensee in connection with the agency relationship, unless the client knew or should have known of the misrepresentation.

(b) A licensee is not liable for any misrepresentation made by another licensee, unless the licensee knew or should have known of the other licensee's misrepresentation.

As added by P.L.128-1994, SEC.6. Amended by P.L.130-1999, SEC.21.
Ind. Code § 25-1-9-6 — Indiana Code / Title 25 / Article 1 / Chapter 9 / Section 25-1-9-6
Veterinary practitioners; cruelty to animals
Status: in_force

Sec. 6. In addition to section 4 of this chapter, a practitioner licensed to practice veterinary medicine or registered as a veterinary technician is subject to the exercise of the disciplinary sanctions under section 9 of this chapter if, after a hearing, the board finds a practitioner has engaged in cruelty to animals.

As added by P.L.152-1988, SEC.1.
Ind. Code § 25-26-13.5-16 — Indiana Code / Title 25 / Article 26 / Chapter 13.5 / Section 25-26-13.5-16
Pharmacy technicians; prescription records; verification system
Status: in_force

Sec. 16. (a) If a pharmacy technician at a remote dispensing facility enters prescription drug information into an automated pharmacy system, a pharmacist at the supervising pharmacy shall, before approving the prescription, verify the information entered against a faxed, electronic, or video image of the original prescription.

(b) The pharmacy technician may do any of the following:

(1) Transmit the prescription drug order to the pharmacist by scanning the order into the electronic record keeping system as long as the image is legible and does not obscure the prescription drug information.

(2) Make the original prescription available to the pharmacist by placing the prescription in view of the video communication system. The pharmacist shall also verify the accuracy of the drug dispensed and check the prescription drug label for accuracy.

(3) Fax the prescription to the pharmacist, unless prohibited by law for controlled substances.

(c) Both the initials or other unique identifier of the pharmacy technician and the pharmacist involved in the dispensing must appear on the prescription record.

(d) The remote dispensing facility must use an electronic verification system that confirms the drug stock selected to fill the prescription is the same as the drug indicated on the prescription label.

(e) The pharmacist shall verify each prescription before it is dispensed.

As added by P.L.202-2017, SEC.12.
Ind. Code § 25-4-1-19 — Indiana Code / Title 25 / Article 4 / Chapter 1 / Section 25-4-1-19
Expenses of administration; payment
Status: in_force

Sec. 19. All expenses incurred in the administration of this chapter shall be paid from the general fund upon appropriation being made therefor in the manner provided by law for the making of such appropriations.

Formerly: Acts 1929, c.62, s.19; Acts 1935, c.252, s.4; Acts 1961, c.331, s.8. As amended by Acts 1976, P.L.119, SEC.2; Acts 1981, P.L.222, SEC.33.
Ind. Code § 25-29-1-5 — Indiana Code / Title 25 / Article 29 / Chapter 1 / Section 25-29-1-5
Repealed
Status: repealed

Formerly: Acts 1925, c.8, s.5; Acts 1943, c.30, s.1; Acts 1955, c.11, s.1. As amended by Acts 1981, P.L.222, SEC.225; Acts 1982, P.L.113, SEC.73; P.L.137-1985, SEC.12; P.L.149-1987, SEC.84; P.L.48-1991, SEC.50. Repealed by P.L.33-1993, SEC.74.
Ind. Code § 25-34.1-2-6 — Indiana Code / Title 25 / Article 34.1 / Chapter 2 / Section 25-34.1-2-6
Repealed
Status: repealed

As added by Acts 1979, P.L.248, SEC.1. Amended by Acts 1981, P.L.222, SEC.262; P.L.145-2003, SEC.9; P.L.87-2006, SEC.1; P.L.177-2006, SEC.10. Repealed by P.L.57-2007, SEC.9.
Ind. Code § 25-26-24-19 — Indiana Code / Title 25 / Article 26 / Chapter 24 / Section 25-26-24-19
Confidentiality; disclosure; release of information; applicants; statistical reports; data base; immunity
Status: in_force

Sec. 19. (a) Information received by the INSPECT program under section 17 of this chapter is confidential.

(b) The board shall carry out a program to protect the confidentiality of the information described in subsection (a). The board may disclose the information to another person only under subsection (c), (d), (g), or (s).

(c) The board may disclose confidential information described in subsection (a) to any person who is authorized to engage in receiving, processing, or storing the information.

(d) Except as provided in subsections (e) and (f), the board may release confidential information described in subsection (a) to the following persons:

(1) A member of the board or another governing body that licenses practitioners and is engaged in an investigation, an adjudication, or a prosecution of a violation under any state or federal law that involves ephedrine, pseudoephedrine, or a controlled substance.

(2) An investigator for the consumer protection division of the office of the attorney general, a prosecuting attorney, the attorney general, a deputy attorney general, or an investigator from the office of the attorney general, who is engaged in:

(A) an investigation;

(B) an adjudication; or

(C) a prosecution;

of a violation under any state or federal law that involves ephedrine, pseudoephedrine, or a controlled substance.

(3) A law enforcement officer who is an employee of:

(A) a local, state, or federal law enforcement agency; or

(B) an entity that regulates ephedrine, pseudoephedrine, or controlled substances or enforces ephedrine, pseudoephedrine, or controlled substances rules or laws in another state;

that is certified to receive ephedrine, pseudoephedrine, or controlled substance prescription drug information from the INSPECT program.

(4) A practitioner or practitioner's agent certified to receive information from the INSPECT program.

(5) An ephedrine, pseudoephedrine, or controlled substance monitoring program in another state with which Indiana has established an interoperability agreement.

(6) The state toxicologist.

(7) A certified representative of the Medicaid retrospective and prospective drug utilization review program.

(8) A substance abuse assistance program for a licensed health care provider who:

(A) has prescriptive authority under this title; and

(B) is participating in the assistance program.

(9) An individual who holds a valid temporary medical permit issued under IC 25-22.5-5-4 or a noneducational commission for foreign medical graduates certified graduate permit issued under IC 25-22.5-5-4.6.

(10) A county coroner conducting a medical investigation of the cause of death.

(11) The management performance hub established by IC 4-3-26-8.

(12) The state epidemiologist under the Indiana department of health.

(13) A supervisor of the department of child services who is engaged in:

(A) an investigation; or

(B) an adjudication;

of child abuse or neglect.

(e) Information provided to a person under:

(1) subsection (d)(3) is limited to information:

(A) concerning an individual or proceeding involving the unlawful diversion or misuse of a schedule II, III, IV, or V controlled substance; and

(B) that will assist in an investigation or proceeding;

(2) subsection (d)(4) may be released only for the purpose of:

(A) providing medical or pharmaceutical treatment; or

(B) evaluating the need for providing medical or pharmaceutical treatment to a patient; and

(3) subsection (d)(11) must be released to the extent disclosure of the information is not prohibited by applicable federal law.

(f) Before the board releases confidential information under subsection (d), the applicant must be approved by the INSPECT program in a manner prescribed by the board.

(g) The board may release to:

(1) a member of the board or another governing body that licenses practitioners;

(2) an investigator for the consumer protection division of the office of the attorney general, a prosecuting attorney, the attorney general, a deputy attorney general, or an investigator from the office of the attorney general; or

(3) a law enforcement officer who is:

(A) authorized by the state police department to receive ephedrine, pseudoephedrine, or controlled substance prescription drug information; and

(B) approved by the board to receive the type of information released;

confidential information generated from computer records that identifies practitioners who are prescribing or dispensing large quantities of a controlled substance.

(h) The information described in subsection (g) may not be released until it has been reviewed by:

(1) a member of the board who is licensed in the same profession as the prescribing or dispensing practitioner identified by the data; or

(2) the board's designee;

and until that member or the designee has certified that further investigation is warranted. However, failure to comply with this subsection does not invalidate the use of any evidence that is otherwise admissible in a proceeding described in subsection (i).

(i) An investigator or a law enforcement officer receiving confidential information under subsection (c), (d), or (g) may disclose the information to a law enforcement officer or an attorney for the office of the attorney general for use as evidence in the following:

(1) A proceeding under IC 16-42-20.

(2) A proceeding under any state or federal law.

(3) A criminal proceeding or a proceeding in juvenile court.

(j) The board may compile statistical reports from the information described in subsection (a). The reports must not include information that identifies any practitioner, ultimate user, or other person administering ephedrine, pseudoephedrine, or a controlled substance. Statistical reports compiled under this subsection are public records.

(k) Except as provided in subsections (q) and (r), and in addition to any requirements provided in IC 25-22.5-13, the following practitioners shall obtain information about a patient from the data base either directly or through the patient's integrated health record before prescribing an opioid or benzodiazepine to the patient:

(1) A practitioner who has had the information from the data base integrated into the patient's electronic health records.

(2) A practitioner who provides services to the patient in:

(A) the emergency department of a hospital licensed under IC 16-21; or

(B) a pain management clinic.

(3) Beginning January 1, 2020, a practitioner who provides services to the patient in a hospital licensed under IC 16-21.

(4) Beginning January 1, 2021, all practitioners.

However, a practitioner is not required to obtain information about a patient who is subject to a pain management contract from the data base more than once every ninety (90) days.

(l) A practitioner who checks the INSPECT program either directly through the data base or through the patient's integrated health record for the available data on a patient is immune from civil liability for an injury, death, or loss to a person solely due to a practitioner:

(1) seeking information from the INSPECT program; and

(2) in good faith using the information for the treatment of the patient.

The civil immunity described in this subsection does not extend to a practitioner if the practitioner receives information directly from the INSPECT program or through the patient's integrated health record and then negligently misuses this information. This subsection does not apply to an act or omission that is a result of gross negligence or intentional misconduct.

(m) The board may review the records of the INSPECT program. If the board determines that a violation of the law may have occurred, the board shall notify the appropriate law enforcement agency or the relevant government body responsible for the licensure, regulation, or discipline of practitioners authorized by law to prescribe controlled substances.

(n) A practitioner who in good faith discloses information based on a report from the INSPECT program either directly through the data base or through the patient's integrated health record to a law enforcement agency is immune from criminal or civil liability. A practitioner that discloses information to a law enforcement agency under this subsection is presumed to have acted in good faith.

(o) A practitioner's agent may act as a delegate and check INSPECT program reports on behalf of the practitioner.

(p) A patient may access a report from the INSPECT program that has been included in the patient's medical file by a practitioner.

(q) A practitioner is not required under subsection (k) to obtain information about a patient from the data base or through the patient's integrated health record before prescribing an opioid or benzodiazepine if any of the following apply:

(1) The practitioner has obtained a waiver from the board because the practitioner does not have access to the Internet at the practitioner's place of business.

(2) The patient is:

(A) recovering; or

(B) in the process of completing a prescription that was prescribed by another practitioner;

while still being treated as an inpatient or in observation status.

(3) The data base described in section 18 of this chapter is suspended or is not operational if the practitioner documents in writing or electronically the date and time in the patient's medical record that the practitioner, dispenser, or delegate attempted to use the data base.

(r) A practitioner is not required under subsection (k) to obtain information about a patient from the data base or through the patient's integrated health record before prescribing an opioid or benzodiazepine if the patient is enrolled in a hospice program (as defined in IC 16-25-1.1-4).

(s) The board may disclose prescription drug monitoring program data to a representative of the Indiana department of health and the office of the secretary of family and social services to do the following:

(1) Aid in an active investigation concerning a controlled substance.

(2) Prevent overdose events.

As added by P.L.51-2019, SEC.8. Amended by P.L.56-2023, SEC.241; P.L.233-2023, SEC.5; P.L.81-2025, SEC.1; P.L.133-2026, SEC.6.
Ind. Code § 25-42.5-9-1 — Indiana Code / Title 25 / Article 42.5 / Chapter 9 / Section 25-42.5-9-1
Counseling compact commission established
Status: in_force

Sec. 1. (a) The compact member states hereby create and establish a joint public agency known as the counseling compact commission.

(b) The commission is an instrumentality of the compact states.

(c) Venue is proper and judicial proceedings by or against the commission shall be brought solely and exclusively in a court of competent jurisdiction where the principal office of the commission is located. The commission may waive venue and jurisdictional defenses to the extent it adopts or consents to participate in alternative dispute resolution proceedings.

(d) Nothing in this compact shall be construed to be a waiver of sovereign immunity.

As added by P.L.98-2023, SEC.2.
Ind. Code § 25-0.5-3-9 — Indiana Code / Title 25 / Article 0.5 / Chapter 3 / Section 25-0.5-3-9
State board of dentistry
Status: in_force

Sec. 9. IC 25-1-2-6(b) applies to the state board of dentistry.

As added by P.L.3-2014, SEC.5.
Ind. Code § 25-39-2-12.5 — Indiana Code / Title 25 / Article 39 / Chapter 2 / Section 25-39-2-12.5
Licensee
Status: in_force

Sec. 12.5. "Licensee" refers to a person who has been issued a water well driller's and water well pump installer's license issued by the department under this article.

As added by P.L.84-2010, SEC.78.
Ind. Code § 25-22.5-13-3 — Indiana Code / Title 25 / Article 22.5 / Chapter 13 / Section 25-22.5-13-3
Rules by boards concerning opioid controlled substances
Status: in_force

Sec. 3. (a) Before March 1, 2016, the:

(1) board, concerning physician assistants;

(2) board of podiatric medicine, concerning podiatrists;

(3) state board of dentistry, concerning dentists; and

(4) Indiana state board of nursing, concerning advanced practice registered nurses;

shall adopt rules necessary to complement the rules for prescribing opioid controlled substances for pain management treatment adopted by the board under sections 1 and 2 of this chapter.

(b) Before December 31, 2015, each board specified in subsection (a) shall provide a report in an electronic format under IC 5-14-6 to the legislative council providing a status report on efforts to adopt the rules required by subsection (a). The status report must include:

(1) a copy of the board's rulemaking docket required by IC 4-22-2-22.5; and

(2) a reasonable estimate of the timetable for action required under IC 4-22-2-22.5(d)(8).

As added by P.L.185-2013, SEC.3. Amended by P.L.54-2015, SEC.2; P.L.129-2018, SEC.27.
Ind. Code § 25-42-5-1 — Indiana Code / Title 25 / Article 42 / Chapter 5 / Section 25-42-5-1
Powers of state licensing board
Status: in_force

Sec. 1. (a) In addition to the other powers conferred by state law, a licensing board may do any of the following:

(1) Take adverse action against a nurse's multistate licensure privilege to practice within that party state, as follows:

(A) Only the home state may take adverse action against a nurse's license issued by the home state.

(B) For purposes of taking adverse action, the home state licensing board shall:

(i) give the same priority and effect to reported conduct received from a remote state as it would if the conduct had occurred within the home state; and

(ii) apply the home state's laws to determine appropriate action.

(2) Issue cease and desist orders or impose other encumbrances on a nurse's authority to practice within that party state.

(3) With respect to pending investigations of a nurse who changes primary state of residence during the course of the investigations, the following:

(A) Complete the investigations.

(B) Take appropriate action.

(4) Issue subpoenas for hearings and investigations that require the attendance and testimony of witnesses and for the production of evidence.

(5) For each nurse licensure applicant:

(A) obtain and submit fingerprints or other biometric based information to the Federal Bureau of Investigation for criminal background checks;

(B) receive the results of the Federal Bureau of Investigation record search on criminal background checks; and

(C) use the results in making licensure decisions.

(6) If otherwise permitted by state law, recover from the affected nurse the costs of investigations and disposition of cases resulting from any adverse action taken against the nurse.

(7) Take adverse action based on the factual findings of a remote state, according to the licensing board's own procedures for the adverse action.

(b) With respect to investigations described in subsection (a)(3):

(1) the licensing board shall promptly report the conclusions of the investigations to the administrator of the coordinated licensure information system; and

(2) the administrator of the coordinated licensure information system shall promptly notify the new home state of any actions taken under subsection (a)(3).

(c) Subpoenas issued by a licensing board in a party state for the attendance and testimony of witnesses or the production of evidence from another party state as described in subsection (a)(4) must be enforced in the other party state:

(1) by a court of competent jurisdiction; and

(2) according to the practice and procedure of the court applicable to subpoenas issued in proceedings pending before the court.

The issuing authority shall pay any witness fees, travel expenses, mileage, and other fees required by the service statutes of the state in which the witnesses or evidence are located.

As added by P.L.135-2019, SEC.5.
Ind. Code § 25-1-5-3 — Indiana Code / Title 25 / Article 1 / Chapter 5 / Section 25-1-5-3
Indiana professional licensing agency; functions; duties and responsibilities
Status: in_force

Sec. 3. (a) There is established the Indiana professional licensing agency. The agency shall perform all administrative functions, duties, and responsibilities assigned by law or rule to the executive director, secretary, or other statutory administrator of the entities described in IC 25-0.5-5 or IC 25-0.5-7.

(b) Nothing in this chapter may be construed to give the agency policy making authority, which authority remains with each board.

As added by Acts 1981, P.L.222, SEC.2. Amended by Acts 1982, P.L.113, SEC.8; P.L.137-1985, SEC.6; P.L.169-1985, SEC.24; P.L.149-1987, SEC.18; P.L.242-1989, SEC.5; P.L.238-1989, SEC.5; P.L.186-1990, SEC.3; P.L.48-1991, SEC.13; P.L.227-1993, SEC.4; P.L.213-1993, SEC.1; P.L.33-1993, SEC.10; P.L.124-1994, SEC.3; P.L.175-1997, SEC.4; P.L.147-1997, SEC.7; P.L.84-1998, SEC.2; P.L.24-1999, SEC.3; P.L.206-2005, SEC.3; P.L.2-2008, SEC.57; P.L.122-2009, SEC.3; P.L.84-2010, SEC.9; P.L.232-2013, SEC.12; P.L.3-2014, SEC.11; P.L.29-2026, SEC.19.
Ind. Code § 25-23.6-1-4.7 — Indiana Code / Title 25 / Article 23.6 / Chapter 1 / Section 25-23.6-1-4.7
"Licensed clinical addiction counselor associate"
Status: in_force

Sec. 4.7. "Licensed clinical addiction counselor associate" means an individual who is licensed as a clinical addiction counselor associate under IC 25-23.6-10.5-2.5.

As added by P.L.225-2017, SEC.2.
Ind. Code § 25-14-2-4 — Indiana Code / Title 25 / Article 14 / Chapter 2 / Section 25-14-2-4
Dentures marked with patient's name
Status: in_force

Sec. 4. Each denture and each partial denture covered by section 2 or 3 of this chapter shall be marked with the patient's name.

As added by P.L.135-1984, SEC.1. Amended by P.L.264-2013, SEC.14.
Ind. Code § 25-2.1-6-1 — Indiana Code / Title 25 / Article 2.1 / Chapter 6 / Section 25-2.1-6-1
Repealed
Status: repealed

As added by P.L.30-1993, SEC.7. Amended by P.L.128-2001, SEC.34. Repealed by P.L.190-2007, SEC.16.
Ind. Code § 25-8-15.4-9.5 — Indiana Code / Title 25 / Article 8 / Chapter 15.4 / Section 25-8-15.4-9.5
Reinstatement; requirements
Status: repealed

Sec. 9.5. (a) The board may, upon application, reinstate a license under this chapter that has been expired for not more than three (3) years if the person holding the license meets the requirements for reinstatement established under IC 25-1-8-6(c).

(b) If more than three (3) years have elapsed since the date a license under this chapter expired, the individual holding the license may have the license reinstated by satisfying the requirements for reinstatement under IC 25-1-8-6(d).

As added by P.L.197-2007, SEC.44. Amended by P.L.105-2008, SEC.25.
Ind. Code § 25-20.7-2-10 — Indiana Code / Title 25 / Article 20.7 / Chapter 2 / Section 25-20.7-2-10
Continuing education
Status: in_force

Sec. 10. A registered interior designer must complete at least twelve (12) hours of continuing education in interior design or a discipline related to the practice of interior design for the renewal of a certificate of registration under this chapter.

As added by P.L.177-2009, SEC.37.
Ind. Code § 25-22.5-5.5-1.7 — Indiana Code / Title 25 / Article 22.5 / Chapter 5.5 / Section 25-22.5-5.5-1.7
"Practice of medicine"
Status: in_force

Sec. 1.7. (a) As used in section 1.4 of this chapter, "practice of medicine" has the meaning set forth in IC 25-22.5-1-1.1(a)(1) and IC 25-22.5-1-1.1(a)(2).

(b) The term does not include activities that:

(1) are solely and exclusively executive or managerial; and

(2) do not involve direct patient care.

As added by P.L.207-2025, SEC.6.
Ind. Code § 25-23.6-1-5.7 — Indiana Code / Title 25 / Article 23.6 / Chapter 1 / Section 25-23.6-1-5.7
"Practice of addiction counseling"
Status: in_force

Sec. 5.7. (a) "Practice of addiction counseling" means the providing of professional services that are delivered by a licensed addiction counselor, that are designed to change substance use or addictive behavior, and that involve specialized knowledge and skill related to addictions and addictive behaviors, including understanding addiction, knowledge of the treatment process, application to practice, and professional readiness. The term includes:

(1) gathering information through structured interview screens using routine protocols;

(2) reviewing assessment findings to assist in the development of a plan individualized for treatment services and to coordinate services;

(3) referring for assessment, diagnosis, evaluation, and mental health therapy;

(4) providing client and family education related to addictions;

(5) providing information on social networks and community systems for referrals and discharge planning;

(6) participating in multidisciplinary treatment team meetings or consulting with clinical addiction professionals;

(7) counseling, through individual and group counseling, as well as group and family education, to treat addiction and substance abuse in a variety of settings, including:

(A) mental and physical health facilities; and

(B) child and family service agencies; and

(8) maintaining the highest level of professionalism and ethical responsibility.

(b) The term does not include the use of psychotherapy or diagnosis (as defined in IC 25-22.5-1-1.1(c) or as defined as the practice of psychology under IC 25-33-1-2(a)).

(c) For an individual who obtains a license as an addiction counselor by:

(1) holding a valid:

(A) level II or higher certification or the equivalent certification from a credentialing agency approved by the division of mental health and addiction; or

(B) certification as an addiction counselor or addiction therapist from a credentialing agency that is approved by the board;

(2) having at least ten (10) years of experience in addiction counseling;

(3) furnishing satisfactory evidence to the board that the individual does not have:

(A) a conviction for a crime of violence (as defined in IC 35-31.5-2-79); or

(B) a conviction in the previous two (2) years that has a direct bearing on the individual's ability to practice competently; and

(4) filing an initial application with the board before July 1, 2010;

the term includes the provision of addiction counseling services in private practice in consultation with other licensed professionals as required by the client's individualized treatment plan.

As added by P.L.122-2009, SEC.20. Amended by P.L.142-2020, SEC.27; P.L.85-2026, SEC.10.
Ind. Code § 25-42-2-1 — Indiana Code / Title 25 / Article 42 / Chapter 2 / Section 25-42-2-1
Compact enacted
Status: in_force

Sec. 1. The nurse licensure compact is enacted and entered into with all other jurisdictions that legally join the compact, which is, in form, substantially the same as this article.

As added by P.L.135-2019, SEC.5.
Ind. Code § 25-34.1-10-14 — Indiana Code / Title 25 / Article 34.1 / Chapter 10 / Section 25-34.1-10-14
Commencement and termination of agency relationship
Status: in_force

Sec. 14. (a) The duties and obligations set forth in this chapter begin at the time the licensee enters into an agency relationship with a party to a real estate transaction and continues until the agency relationship terminates.

(b) If the agency relationship is not fulfilled or completed for any reason, the agency relationship ends at the earlier of:

(1) a date of expiration agreed upon by the parties; or

(2) a termination of the relationship by the parties.

(c) Except as otherwise agreed to in writing and as provided in subsection (b), a licensee representing a seller, landlord, buyer, or tenant owes no further duties or obligations after termination, expiration, or completion of the agency relationship, except:

(1) accounting for all money and property received during the agency relationship; and

(2) keeping confidential all information received during the course of the agency relationship that was made confidential by request or instructions from the client, unless:

(A) the disclosure is required by law;

(B) the client gives written consent to the disclosure; or

(C) the information becomes public from a source other than the licensee or by subsequent words or conduct of the client.

As added by P.L.128-1994, SEC.6. Amended by P.L.130-1999, SEC.19.
Ind. Code § 25-36.5-1-12 — Indiana Code / Title 25 / Article 36.5 / Chapter 1 / Section 25-36.5-1-12
Revocation of license; proceedings
Status: in_force

Sec. 12. The department may, after notice and a hearing, revoke the registration certificate or license of any person who violates any of the provisions of this chapter. All proceedings under this chapter to revoke a license shall be conducted in the manner prescribed by IC 4-21.5-3.

Formerly: Acts 1972, P.L.190, SEC.1. As amended by P.L.253-1983, SEC.3; P.L.7-1987, SEC.132.
Ind. Code § 25-14-5-1 — Indiana Code / Title 25 / Article 14 / Chapter 5 / Section 25-14-5-1
Committee
Status: in_force

Sec. 1. As used in this chapter, "committee" means the dental recruitment committee established by section 4 of this chapter.

As added by P.L.177-2009, SEC.34.
Ind. Code § 25-23.7-2-3 — Indiana Code / Title 25 / Article 23.7 / Chapter 2 / Section 25-23.7-2-3
"Installation" or "install"
Status: in_force

Sec. 3. "Installation" or "install" means any of the following:

(1) The construction, whether temporary or permanent, of a structural support system for a manufactured home.

(2) The placement or erection of a manufactured home or manufactured home components on a structural support system.

(3) Supporting, blocking, leveling, securing, anchoring, or adjusting any structural component of a manufactured home.

(4) The connection of multiple or expandable sections or components of a manufactured home.

As added by P.L.162-2002, SEC.7.
Ind. Code § 25-0.5-1-2 — Indiana Code / Title 25 / Article 0.5 / Chapter 1 / Section 25-0.5-1-2
Acupuncturists
Status: in_force

Sec. 2. IC 25-1-1.1-4 applies to an individual licensed or certified under IC 25-2.5 (acupuncturists).

As added by P.L.3-2014, SEC.5.
Ind. Code § 25-19-2-2 — Indiana Code / Title 25 / Article 19 / Chapter 2 / Section 25-19-2-2
Definitions
Status: in_force

Sec. 2. The definitions of IC 25-19-1 apply to this chapter.

As added by P.L.149-2023, SEC.49.
Ind. Code § 25-1-5.5-3 — Indiana Code / Title 25 / Article 1 / Chapter 5.5 / Section 25-1-5.5-3
Registry requirements
Status: in_force

Sec. 3. (a) The registry shall be maintained by the licensing agency.

(b) The registry must:

(1) be maintained in an electronic format;

(2) allow an applicant to electronically input information to certify, under penalty of perjury, the successful completion of any education, experience, and examination required for the applicant to become registered;

(3) allow for payment of registration fees through only electronic means;

(4) include each registrant's:

(A) name;

(B) city and state of residence;

(C) qualifications for registration;

(D) registration number;

(E) date the applicant was registered;

(F) place of business; and

(G) registration expiration date; and

(5) be made available to the public on the Internet through the computer gateway administered by the office of technology established by IC 4-13.1-2-1.

As added by P.L.177-2009, SEC.15.
Ind. Code § 25-27.5-2-7 — Indiana Code / Title 25 / Article 27.5 / Chapter 2 / Section 25-27.5-2-7
Diagnosis
Status: in_force

Sec. 7. "Diagnosis" means to determine the nature of a disease or other physical or mental condition.

As added by P.L.227-1993, SEC.11.
Ind. Code § 25-42.5-5-3 — Indiana Code / Title 25 / Article 42.5 / Chapter 5 / Section 25-42.5-5-3
Relocation between non-member state and member state
Status: in_force

Sec. 3. If a licensed professional counselor changes primary state of residence by moving from a member state to a nonmember state, or from a nonmember state to a member state, the state criteria shall apply for issuance of a single state license in the new state.

As added by P.L.98-2023, SEC.2.
Ind. Code § 25-8-7-6 — Indiana Code / Title 25 / Article 8 / Chapter 7 / Section 25-8-7-6
Duration of temporary license
Status: in_force

Sec. 6. The temporary license issued under section 5 of this chapter is valid until the board approves or denies the application for a license under this chapter or until three (3) months following its issuance, whichever occurs first.

As added by P.L.257-1987, SEC.6.
Ind. Code § 25-43-7-9 — Indiana Code / Title 25 / Article 43 / Chapter 7 / Section 25-43-7-9
Notification
Status: in_force

Sec. 9. If a member state takes adverse action, it shall promptly notify the administrator of the data system. The administrator of the data system shall promptly notify the home state of any adverse actions by remote states.

As added by P.L.21-2023, SEC.1.
Ind. Code § 25-42.5-15-6 — Indiana Code / Title 25 / Article 42.5 / Chapter 15 / Section 25-42.5-15-6
Severability
Status: in_force

Sec. 6. In the event any provision of the compact exceeds the constitutional limits imposed on the legislature of any member state, the provision shall be ineffective to the extent of the conflict with the constitutional provision in question in that member state.

As added by P.L.98-2023, SEC.2.
Ind. Code § 25-20-1-15 — Indiana Code / Title 25 / Article 20 / Chapter 1 / Section 25-20-1-15
Repealed
Status: repealed

Formerly: Acts 1967, c.257, s.15. Repealed by Acts 1981, P.L.222, SEC.296.
Ind. Code § 25-27-1-3.3 — Indiana Code / Title 25 / Article 27 / Chapter 1 / Section 25-27-1-3.3
Exempt persons
Status: in_force

Sec. 3.3. The following persons are exempt from the licensure or certification requirements of this article:

(1) A person in an entry level professional education program approved by the board who is satisfying supervised clinical education requirements related to the person's physical therapist education while under onsite supervision of a physical therapist.

(2) A physical therapist who is practicing in the armed forces of the United States, United States Public Health Service, or United States Department of Veterans Affairs under federal regulations for jurisdiction licensure of health care providers. However, if the person, while federally employed as a physical therapist, engages in the practice of physical therapy outside the course and scope of federal employment, the person must obtain a license under this chapter.

(3) A physical therapist who is licensed in another state or credentialed to practice physical therapy in another country, if the person is teaching, demonstrating, or providing physical therapy services in connection with an educational seminar. However, the exemption under this subdivision may not exceed sixty (60) days in a calendar year.

(4) A physical therapist who is licensed in another state or credentialed in another country if the person by contract or employment is providing physical therapy to patients affiliated with or employed by established athletic teams, athletic organizations, or performing arts companies temporarily practicing, competing, or performing in Indiana. However, the exemption under this subdivision may not exceed sixty (60) days in a calendar year.

(5) A physical therapist who is licensed in another state and who provides physical therapy during a declared local or national disaster or emergency. However, the exemption may not exceed sixty (60) days following the declaration of the emergency. To be eligible for the exemption the physical therapist must notify the board of the person's intent to practice.

(6) A physical therapist licensed in another state who is forced to leave the person's residence or place of employment due to a declared local or national disaster or emergency and due to the displacement seeks to practice physical therapy. However, the exemption may not exceed sixty (60) days following the declaration of the emergency. To be eligible for the exemption the physical therapist must notify the board of the person's intent to practice.

(7) A physical therapist assistant who is licensed or certified in another state and assisting a physical therapist engaged specifically in activities related to subdivision (2), (3), (4), (5), or (6).

As added by P.L.160-2019, SEC.13.
Ind. Code § 25-42-1-16 — Indiana Code / Title 25 / Article 42 / Chapter 1 / Section 25-42-1-16
"Remote state"
Status: in_force

Sec. 16. "Remote state" means a party state other than the home state.

As added by P.L.135-2019, SEC.5.
Ind. Code § 25-39-2-12 — Indiana Code / Title 25 / Article 39 / Chapter 2 / Section 25-39-2-12
License
Status: in_force

Sec. 12. "License" refers to a water well driller's and water well pump installer's license issued by the department under this article.

As added by P.L.262-1987, SEC.2. Amended by P.L.84-2010, SEC.77.
Ind. Code § 25-23.6-8.5-7 — Indiana Code / Title 25 / Article 23.6 / Chapter 8.5 / Section 25-23.6-8.5-7
Issuance of license
Status: in_force

Sec. 7. (a) The board shall issue a license to an applicant as a mental health counselor under section 1 of this chapter or a mental health counselor associate under section 1.5 of this chapter who:

(1) achieves a passing score, as determined by the board, on the examination provided under this chapter; and

(2) is otherwise qualified under this article.

(b) A person issued a license under this section may engage in the practice of mental health counseling.

As added by P.L.147-1997, SEC.71. Amended by P.L.84-2010, SEC.65.
Ind. Code § 25-14-5-3 — Indiana Code / Title 25 / Article 14 / Chapter 5 / Section 25-14-5-3
Underserved area
Status: in_force

Sec. 3. As used in this chapter, "underserved area" means a county, city, town, census tract, or township designated by the Indiana department of health under IC 16-46-5-7 or by the committee as underserved by general dentists, pediatric dentists, oral surgeons, or dental hygienists.

As added by P.L.177-2009, SEC.34. Amended by P.L.56-2023, SEC.225.
Ind. Code § 25-1-20-5 — Indiana Code / Title 25 / Article 1 / Chapter 20 / Section 25-1-20-5
Emergency orders do not create a new cause of action
Status: in_force

Sec. 5. An order or a recommendation issued in response to or arising from a state disaster emergency declared under IC 10-14-3-12 to respond to COVID-19 by:

(1) the governor or a state agency;

(2) the executive of a city, town, or county;

(3) a local health official or local health department; or

(4) an agency of the federal government;

does not create a new cause of action against any person with respect to the matters contained in the order or recommendation.

As added by P.L.166-2021, SEC.5.
Ind. Code § 25-23.6-8-8.5 — Indiana Code / Title 25 / Article 23.6 / Chapter 8 / Section 25-23.6-8-8.5
Duration of marriage and family therapist associate license; renewal
Status: in_force

Sec. 8.5. (a) Subject to IC 25-1-2-6(e), a marriage and family therapist associate license issued by the board is valid for the remainder of the renewal period in effect on the date the license was issued.

(b) An individual may renew a marriage and family therapist associate license two (2) times by:

(1) paying a renewal fee on or before the expiration date of the license; and

(2) completing at least fifteen (15) hours of continuing education each licensure year.

(c) The board may renew a marriage and family therapist associate license for additional periods based on circumstances determined by the board.

(d) If an individual fails to pay a renewal fee on or before the expiration date of a license, the license becomes invalid.

As added by P.L.134-2008, SEC.47. Amended by P.L.177-2015, SEC.55.
Ind. Code § 25-23.7-2-8 — Indiana Code / Title 25 / Article 23.7 / Chapter 2 / Section 25-23.7-2-8
"Secretary"
Status: in_force

Sec. 8. "Secretary" has the meaning set forth in IC 25-1-5-5(c).

As added by P.L.162-2002, SEC.7. Amended by P.L.29-2026, SEC.44.
Ind. Code § 25-30-1.3-5 — Indiana Code / Title 25 / Article 30 / Chapter 1.3 / Section 25-30-1.3-5
"Security guard agency"
Status: in_force

Sec. 5. As used in this chapter, "security guard agency" means a person that is in the business of providing, for hire or reward, a guard or other individual to:

(1) protect persons or property; or

(2) prevent the misappropriation or concealment of goods, wares and merchandise, money, bonds, stocks, choses in action, notes, or other valuable documents or papers.

As added by P.L.185-2007, SEC.27.
Ind. Code § 25-26-16-5 — Indiana Code / Title 25 / Article 26 / Chapter 16 / Section 25-26-16-5
Implementation, revision, or renewal of protocol
Status: in_force

Sec. 5. (a) If a hospital or private mental health institution elects to implement, revise, or renew a protocol under this chapter, the governing board of the hospital or private mental health institution shall consult with that facility's medical staff, pharmacists, and other health care providers selected by the governing board. However, the governing board is the ultimate authority regarding the terms, implementation, revision, and renewal of the protocol.

(b) If a physician elects to implement, revise, or renew a protocol in a setting other than a hospital or private mental health institution, the physician shall consult with a pharmacist. However, the physician is the ultimate authority regarding the terms, implementation, revision, and renewal of the protocol.

As added by P.L.114-1996, SEC.2. Amended by P.L.197-2011, SEC.114.
Ind. Code § 25-15-2-13 — Indiana Code / Title 25 / Article 15 / Chapter 2 / Section 25-15-2-13
"Funeral director intern"
Status: in_force

Sec. 13. "Funeral director intern" means an individual who has a funeral director intern license issued under this article.

As added by P.L.246-1985, SEC.1.
Ind. Code § 25-42.5-3-2 — Indiana Code / Title 25 / Article 42.5 / Chapter 3 / Section 25-42.5-3-2
Member state duties
Status: in_force

Sec. 2. A member state shall comply with the following:

(1) Participate fully in the commission's data system, including using the commission's unique identifier as defined in rules.

(2) Notify the commission, in compliance with the terms of the compact and rules, of any adverse action or the availability of investigative information regarding a licensee.

(3) Implement or utilize procedures for considering the criminal history records of applicants for an initial privilege to practice. These procedures shall include the submission of fingerprints or other biometric-based information by applicants for the purpose of obtaining an applicant's criminal history record information from the Federal Bureau of Investigation and the agency responsible for retaining that state's criminal records. The following requirements must be met:

(A) A member state must fully implement a criminal background check requirement, within a time frame established by rule, by receiving the results of the Federal Bureau of Investigation record search and shall use the results in making licensure decisions.

(B) Communication between a member state, the commission, and among member states regarding the verification of eligibility for licensure through the compact shall not include any information received from the Federal Bureau of Investigation relating to a federal criminal records check performed by a member state under federal Public Law 92-544.

(4) Comply with the rules of the commission.

(5) Require an applicant to obtain or retain a license in the home state and meet the home state's qualifications for licensure or renewal of licensure, as well as all other applicable state laws.

(6) Grant the privilege to practice to a licensee holding a valid unencumbered license in another member state in accordance with the terms of the compact and rules.

(7) Provide for the attendance of the state's commissioner to the counseling compact commission meetings.

As added by P.L.98-2023, SEC.2.
Ind. Code § 25-20.7-1-10 — Indiana Code / Title 25 / Article 20.7 / Chapter 1 / Section 25-20.7-1-10
Registered interior designer
Status: in_force

Sec. 10. "Registered interior designer" means a person registered under this article.

As added by P.L.177-2009, SEC.37.
Ind. Code § 25-17.6-7-1 — Indiana Code / Title 25 / Article 17.6 / Chapter 7 / Section 25-17.6-7-1
Exemptions from requirements of licensure
Status: in_force

Sec. 1. The following persons are exempt from the requirements of licensure under this article:

(1) An officer or employee of the United States government, state government, or local government while engaged in providing geological services for the officer's or employee's employers.

(2) A person engaged solely in geological research or the instruction of geology.

(3) A person not engaged in the public practice of geology.

(4) A professional engineer registered under IC 25-31 who applies geology to the practice of engineering.

(5) A soil scientist who is certified as a soil classifier or soil scientist by the American Registry of Certified Professionals in Agronomy, Crops and Soils (ARCPACS) and the Indiana Association of Professional Soil Classifiers (IAPSC) and who applies geology in the practice of soil science.

As added by P.L.161-1996, SEC.2. Amended by P.L.17-1999, SEC.29.
Ind. Code § 25-42.5-12-7 — Indiana Code / Title 25 / Article 42.5 / Chapter 12 / Section 25-42.5-12-7
Defaulting state's right to appeal the commission's action
Status: in_force

Sec. 7. The defaulting state may appeal the action of the commission by petitioning the United States District Court for the District of Columbia or the federal district where the commission has its principal offices. The prevailing member shall be awarded all costs of such litigation, including reasonable attorney's fees.

As added by P.L.98-2023, SEC.2.
Ind. Code § 25-13-3-2 — Indiana Code / Title 25 / Article 13 / Chapter 3 / Section 25-13-3-2
"Access practice agreement"
Status: in_force

Sec. 2. As used in this chapter, "access practice agreement" means an agreement that:

(1) is entered into by a licensed dentist and a dental hygienist that allows the dental hygienist to provide preventive dental hygiene services directly to a patient; and

(2) complies with the requirements of this chapter.

As added by P.L.30-2018, SEC.2.
Ind. Code § 25-23.7-2-6 — Indiana Code / Title 25 / Article 23.7 / Chapter 2 / Section 25-23.7-2-6
"Licensing agency"
Status: in_force

Sec. 6. "Licensing agency" refers to the Indiana professional licensing agency established by IC 25-1-5-3.

As added by P.L.162-2002, SEC.7. Amended by P.L.1-2006, SEC.458.
Ind. Code § 25-2.1-4-9 — Indiana Code / Title 25 / Article 2.1 / Chapter 4 / Section 25-2.1-4-9
Applicant information on foreign accountancy designation to practice or suspension from practice; duty to provide
Status: in_force

Sec. 9. An applicant for initial issuance or renewal of a certificate shall in the application list each jurisdiction where the applicant has applied for or holds a designation to practice accountancy and each holder of a certificate issued under this article shall notify the board in writing, not more than thirty (30) days after its occurrence of any issuance, denial, revocation, or suspension of a designation, or the commencement of a disciplinary or enforcement action by any jurisdiction.

As added by P.L.30-1993, SEC.7. Amended by P.L.128-2001, SEC.26.
Ind. Code § 25-42-7-9 — Indiana Code / Title 25 / Article 42 / Chapter 7 / Section 25-42-7-9
Commission duties
Status: in_force

Sec. 9. The commission shall do all of the following:

(1) Publish the commission's bylaws and rules and any amendments to the bylaws and rules in a convenient form on the Internet web site of the commission.

(2) Maintain the commission's financial records in accordance with the bylaws.

(3) Meet and take actions consistent with the provisions of this compact and the bylaws.

As added by P.L.135-2019, SEC.5.
Ind. Code § 25-29-1-10.5 — Indiana Code / Title 25 / Article 29 / Chapter 1 / Section 25-29-1-10.5
"INSPECT program"
Status: in_force

Sec. 10.5. "INSPECT program" means the Indiana scheduled prescription electronic collection and tracking program established by IC 25-1-13-4.

As added by P.L.82-2016, SEC.11.
Ind. Code § 25-14-5-5 — Indiana Code / Title 25 / Article 14 / Chapter 5 / Section 25-14-5-5
Dental recruitment fund
Status: in_force

Sec. 5. (a) The Indiana dental recruitment fund is established. The purpose of the fund is to provide grants to dentists and dental hygienists to encourage the full-time delivery of dental care in underserved areas and to increase the number of minority dentists and dental hygienists in Indiana. The board shall administer the fund.

(b) The fund consists of the following:

(1) Payments made under section 6(3) of this chapter.

(2) Gifts to the fund.

(3) Grants from public or private sources.

(c) The treasurer of state shall invest the money in the fund not currently needed to meet the obligations of the fund.

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

(e) The fund shall be used to do the following:

(1) Provide grants under this chapter.

(2) Pay the costs incurred by the committee in administering this chapter.

As added by P.L.177-2009, SEC.34.
Ind. Code § 25-26-24-23 — Indiana Code / Title 25 / Article 26 / Chapter 24 / Section 25-26-24-23
Fund
Status: in_force

Sec. 23. (a) The controlled substances data fund is established to fund the administration of the INSPECT program. The fund shall be administered by the Indiana professional licensing agency.

(b) Expenses of administering the fund shall be paid from money in the fund. The fund consists of grants, public and private financial assistance, and the controlled substances registration fees imposed under rules adopted under IC 35-48-3-1.

(c) 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.

(d) 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.51-2019, SEC.8.
Ind. Code § 25-21.5-1-1 — Indiana Code / Title 25 / Article 21.5 / Chapter 1 / Section 25-21.5-1-1
Application of chapter
Status: in_force

Sec. 1. The definitions in this chapter apply throughout this article.

As added by P.L.23-1991, SEC.12.
Ind. Code § 25-5.1-4-1 — Indiana Code / Title 25 / Article 5.1 / Chapter 4 / Section 25-5.1-4-1
Practice or use of title without license prohibited
Status: in_force

Sec. 1. An individual may not:

(1) practice as an athletic trainer; or

(2) use:

(A) the title "licensed athletic trainer", "athletic trainer", "licensed trainer", or "athletic training";

(B) the abbreviations "AT", "ATC", "AT,C", "LAT", "ATC/L"; or

(C) other words, abbreviations, or insignia;

to indicate or imply that the individual is an athletic trainer;

unless the individual is licensed under this article.

As added by P.L.213-1993, SEC.5. Amended by P.L.84-1998, SEC.18; P.L.87-2000, SEC.6.
Ind. Code § 25-34.5-1-2.5 — Indiana Code / Title 25 / Article 34.5 / Chapter 1 / Section 25-34.5-1-2.5
"Assessment" defined
Status: in_force

Sec. 2.5. (a) "Assessment" means the evaluation and interpretation of patient data that is the basis for and a prerequisite for making a decision concerning patient care.

(b) The term does not include making a medical diagnosis.

As added by P.L.60-2000, SEC.2.
Ind. Code § 25-8.5-3-7 — Indiana Code / Title 25 / Article 8.5 / Chapter 3 / Section 25-8.5-3-7
Penalty
Status: in_force

Sec. 7. An individual who violates this chapter commits a Class A misdemeanor.

As added by P.L.212-2021, SEC.11.
Ind. Code § 25-22.5-3-1 — Indiana Code / Title 25 / Article 22.5 / Chapter 3 / Section 25-22.5-3-1
Minimum requirements
Status: in_force

Sec. 1. (a) The minimum requirements for all applicants for an unlimited license to practice medicine or osteopathic medicine in Indiana must include but are not limited to the requirements prescribed by this section.

(b) The applicant must not have a conviction for a crime that has a direct bearing on the applicant's ability to practice competently.

(c) The applicant shall possess the degree of doctor of medicine or doctor of osteopathy or its equivalent from a medical school which was approved by the board as of the time the degree was conferred.

(d) The applicant shall have successfully passed the examination for licensure or shall have satisfied the requirements for licensure by endorsement as prescribed by the board.

(e) The applicant shall be physically and mentally capable of, and professionally competent to, safely engage in the practice of medicine or osteopathic medicine as determined by the board and shall submit:

(1) to an examination; or

(2) additional evidence to the board;

if considered necessary by the board to determine such capability. In making that determination, the board may consider any malpractice settlements or judgments against the applicant.

(f) The applicant shall not have had disciplinary action taken against the applicant or the applicant's license by the board or by the licensing agency of any other state or jurisdiction by reasons of the applicant's inability to safely practice medicine or osteopathic medicine and those reasons are still valid in the opinion of the board.

(g) The applicant shall have submitted a complete transcript of his educational records, grades, and diploma from his medical school with an English translation thereof.

(h) The applicant shall, at the board's discretion, make a personal appearance before it.

(i) The applicant shall have completed one (1) year of postgraduate training in a hospital or institution located in the United States, its possessions, or Canada that meets standards set by the board under IC 25-22.5-2-7.

Formerly: Acts 1975, P.L.271, SEC.1. As amended by Acts 1981, P.L.222, SEC.155; Acts 1982, P.L.113, SEC.56; P.L.247-1985, SEC.8; P.L.149-1987, SEC.51.
Ind. Code § 25-2.1-8-2 — Indiana Code / Title 25 / Article 2.1 / Chapter 8 / Section 25-2.1-8-2
Peer review and continuing professional education requirements in addition to remedies
Status: in_force

Sec. 2. In place of or in addition to any remedy specifically provided in IC 25-1-11, the board may require the following of a licensee:

(1) To undergo a peer review.

(2) To satisfactorily complete continuing professional education programs.

As added by P.L.30-1993, SEC.7. Amended by P.L.173-1996, SEC.3; P.L.197-2011, SEC.81; P.L.83-2024, SEC.6.
Ind. Code § 25-8-9-13 — Indiana Code / Title 25 / Article 8 / Chapter 9 / Section 25-8-9-13
Practice in beauty culture school; restrictions
Status: in_force

Sec. 13. A person licensed under this chapter may not engage in beauty culture in a beauty culture school except as part of student instruction.

As added by P.L.257-1987, SEC.8. Amended by P.L.170-2013, SEC.64.
Ind. Code § 25-0.5-4-3 — Indiana Code / Title 25 / Article 0.5 / Chapter 4 / Section 25-0.5-4-3
Board of registration for architects and landscape architects
Status: in_force

Sec. 3. The board of registration for architects and landscape architects (IC 25-4-1-2) is a board under IC 25-1-4.

As added by P.L.3-2014, SEC.5.
Ind. Code § 25-6.1-2-5 — Indiana Code / Title 25 / Article 6.1 / Chapter 2 / Section 25-6.1-2-5
Powers
Status: in_force

Sec. 5. (a) The commission is empowered to do the following:

(1) Administer and enforce the provisions of this article.

(2) Adopt such rules in accordance with IC 4-22-2 and such forms as are necessary or appropriate for the administration and the effective and efficient enforcement of this article.

(3) Issue, suspend, and revoke licenses in accordance with this article.

(4) Subject to IC 25-1-7, investigate complaints concerning licensees or persons the commission has reason to believe should be licensees, specifically including complaints respecting failure to comply with this article or the rules, and to take appropriate action pursuant to IC 25-1-11.

(5) Bring actions, in the name of the state of Indiana, in an appropriate circuit court, superior court, or probate court in order to enforce compliance with this article or the rules by restraining order or injunction.

(6) Hold public hearings on any matters for which a hearing is required under this article and to have all powers granted in IC 4-21.5.

(7) Adopt a seal and, through its secretary, certify copies.

(b) The licensing agency shall provide necessary employees and consultants to enforce this article.

(c) The commission shall adopt rules under IC 4-22-2 establishing the following:

(1) Standards for competent:

(A) practice as an auctioneer; and

(B) operation of an auction company.

(2) Continuing education requirements for an individual who has reactivated an auctioneer license with less than twelve (12) months remaining in the licensing period.

As added by Acts 1977, P.L.270, SEC.1. Amended by Acts 1980, P.L.163, SEC.4; Acts 1981, P.L.222, SEC.38; P.L.132-1984, SEC.16; P.L.7-1987, SEC.112; P.L.1-1991, SEC.163; P.L.238-1995, SEC.1; P.L.59-2014, SEC.2; P.L.84-2016, SEC.102.
Ind. Code § 25-20-1-14 — Indiana Code / Title 25 / Article 20 / Chapter 1 / Section 25-20-1-14
Change in place of business; notice; record
Status: in_force

Sec. 14. (a) If the registrant or temporary registrant changes a place of business of the registrant or temporary registrant, the registrant or temporary registrant shall notify the committee, in writing, of the change of address within ten (10) days of the change. Failure to notify the committee in writing shall be grounds for suspension or revocation of the registration.

(b) The committee shall keep a record of all registrants and temporary registrants containing each registrant's and temporary registrant's last known addresses.

Formerly: Acts 1967, c.257, s.14. As amended by P.L.48-1991, SEC.36; P.L.180-2018, SEC.13.
Ind. Code § 25-1-5.5-1 — Indiana Code / Title 25 / Article 1 / Chapter 5.5 / Section 25-1-5.5-1
Establishment of electronic registry
Status: in_force

Sec. 1. The electronic registry of professions is established. This chapter applies to any profession required to use the registry under this title.

As added by P.L.177-2009, SEC.15.
Ind. Code § 25-15-2-3.5 — Indiana Code / Title 25 / Article 15 / Chapter 2 / Section 25-15-2-3.5
"Branch location"
Status: in_force

Sec. 3.5. As used in this chapter, "branch location" means a physical structure:

(1) that is owned or leased by a person, not in conjunction with any other person, who owns and operates a licensed funeral home in the same or adjoining county;

(2) where human remains are prepared for a viewing, a funeral, or final disposition after initial preparation in a funeral home;

(3) where memorial visitation or the viewing of human remains is conducted before or as part of a memorial or funeral service; and

(4) where funerals that are not primarily for religious or worship purposes are conducted or held.

As added by P.L.237-1995, SEC.2.
Ind. Code § 25-8-9-4 — Indiana Code / Title 25 / Article 8 / Chapter 9 / Section 25-8-9-4
Waiver of tenth grade education requirement; conditions
Status: in_force

Sec. 4. The board may waive the requirement for applicants under section 3(2) of this chapter if:

(1) the applicant petitions the board for a waiver; and

(2) the board determines that the requirement would result in extreme hardship to the applicant if enforced.

As added by P.L.257-1987, SEC.8.
Ind. Code § 25-17.6-5-4 — Indiana Code / Title 25 / Article 17.6 / Chapter 5 / Section 25-17.6-5-4
Revocation of license for failure to pay renewal fee; relicensing
Status: in_force

Sec. 4. (a) If a person fails to pay the renewal fee for two (2) consecutive years, that person's license shall be revoked and may not be renewed.

(b) If a person whose license has been revoked under subsection (a) desires to be relicensed, the person:

(1) must submit an application to the board; and

(2) shall be considered as a new applicant.

As added by P.L.161-1996, SEC.2. Amended by P.L.17-1999, SEC.23.
Ind. Code § 25-23.6-4.5-3 — Indiana Code / Title 25 / Article 23.6 / Chapter 4.5 / Section 25-23.6-4.5-3
Display of license; contents of promotional materials
Status: in_force

Sec. 3. (a) An individual who is licensed as a mental health counselor shall:

(1) display the license or a clear copy of the license at each location where the mental health counselor regularly practices; and

(2) include the words "licensed mental health counselor" or the letters "LMHC" on all promotional materials, including business cards, brochures, stationery, advertisements, and signs that name the individual.

(b) An individual who is licensed as a mental health counselor associate shall:

(1) display the license or a clear copy of the license at each location where the mental health counselor associate regularly practices; and

(2) include the words "licensed mental health counselor associate" or the letters "LMHCA" on all promotional materials, including business cards, brochures, stationery, advertisements, and signs that name the individual.

As added by P.L.147-1997, SEC.46. Amended by P.L.84-2010, SEC.57.
Ind. Code § 25-36.5-1-3.5 — Indiana Code / Title 25 / Article 36.5 / Chapter 1 / Section 25-36.5-1-3.5
Cessation of business; requirements for return of deposit
Status: in_force

Sec. 3.5. (a) A timber buyer who intends to cease doing business as a timber buyer in Indiana and who seeks the return of a deposit of cash or a certificate of deposit that the timber buyer submitted to the department under section 3(b) of this chapter must submit the following to the department:

(1) A written request for the return of the cash or certificate of deposit.

(2) An affidavit meeting the requirements set forth in subsection (b).

(b) To obtain the return of a deposit of cash or a certificate of deposit under this section, a timber buyer must execute an affidavit stating under the penalty for perjury set forth in IC 35-44.1-2-1 that the timber buyer:

(1) has ceased doing business as a timber buyer in Indiana;

(2) will not resume business as a timber buyer in Indiana after the date of the affidavit without filing a surety bond or submitting a new deposit of cash or certificate of deposit to the department;

(3) has not purchased, taken, or cut any timber for which the timber grower has not been paid; and

(4) is not a party to an executory contract for the purchase of timber under which the timber buyer has one (1) or more duties that have not been performed.

(c) Upon receiving a written request described in subsection (a)(1) and an affidavit meeting the requirements of subsection (b), the department shall publish a notice of the request in at least one (1) publication commonly read by persons active in forestry in Indiana. The notice must do the following:

(1) Identify the timber buyer requesting the release of the cash or certificate of deposit.

(2) Indicate the date of the request.

(3) State that the cash or certificate of deposit will be released to the timber buyer on a particular date, which must be at least sixty (60) days after the date of publication of the notice, unless the department is informed of a reason why the cash or certificate of deposit should not be released.

(d) On the date set forth under subsection (c)(3) in the notice given by the department, the department shall return the cash or certificate of deposit to the timber buyer unless the department has obtained information indicating that a statement set forth in the timber buyer's affidavit is false.

As added by P.L.220-1993, SEC.5. Amended by P.L.126-2012, SEC.41.
Ind. Code § 25-19-1-1 — Indiana Code / Title 25 / Article 19 / Chapter 1 / Section 25-19-1-1
Definitions
Status: in_force

Sec. 1. (a) As used in this chapter, "administrator in training" means an individual who:

(1) has registered with the board before starting an administrator in training program;

(2) desires to become involved in a professional health care training program; and

(3) meets any other criteria established by the board.

(b) As used in this chapter, "administrator in training program" means an internship program that:

(1) provides a continuous educational experience in a health facility approved by the board; and

(2) is administered under the supervision of:

(A) an individual preceptor; or

(B) a training center;

approved by the board.

(c) As used in this chapter, "agency" refers to the Indiana professional licensing agency.

(d) As used in this chapter, "board" refers to the Indiana state board of health facility administrators.

(e) As used in this chapter, "health facility administrator" means a natural person who administers, manages, supervises, or is in general administrative charge of a licensed health facility whether such individual has an ownership interest in the health facility and whether the person's functions and duties are shared with one (1) or more individuals.

(f) As used in this chapter, "health facility" means any institution or facility defined as such for licensing under IC 16-28 and classified into care categories by rules adopted under IC 16-28.

(g) As used in this chapter, "postsecondary educational institution accredited program" means a postsecondary educational institution that:

(1) offers a degree in health facility administration;

(2) is accredited by the National Association of Long Term Care Administrator Boards; and

(3) is approved by the board to oversee and manage an administrator in training program.

(h) As used in this chapter, "practice of health facility administration" means the practice of an individual who is designated by the legal owner of a health facility to operate a health facility, including:

(1) planning;

(2) organizing;

(3) developing;

(4) directing; or

(5) controlling;

a health facility.

(i) As used in this chapter, "preceptor" means any of the following:

(1) An individual who meets the requirements set forth in section 20 of this chapter.

(2) A training center.

(3) A postsecondary educational institution that is:

(A) accredited by the National Association of Long Term Care Administrator Boards; and

(B) approved by the board to oversee and manage an administrator in training program.

(j) As used in this chapter, "residential care administrator" means an individual who:

(1) administers;

(2) manages;

(3) supervises; or

(4) is in general administrative charge of;

a residential care facility.

(k) As used in this chapter, "residential care facility" has the meaning set forth in IC 16-18-2-317.7.

(l) As used in this chapter, "sponsor" means a sponsor of continuing education programs for health facility administrators.

(m) As used in this chapter, "student intern" refers to an individual who is:

(1) enrolled in a bachelor's or master's degree program at a university that is accredited by the National Association of Long Term Care Administrator Boards; and

(2) participating in a student internship.

(n) As used in this chapter, "student internship" means an educational experience that:

(1) occurs at a health facility or multiple health facilities;

(2) is part of a bachelor's or master's degree program at a postsecondary educational institution that is accredited by the National Association of Long Term Care Administrator Boards; and

(3) is administered under the supervision of a preceptor.

(o) As used in this chapter, "training center" means an educational center that is approved by the board to oversee and manage an administrator in training program.

Formerly: Acts 1969, c.84, s.1; Acts 1971, P.L.374, SEC.1. As amended by Acts 1982, P.L.29, SEC.5; P.L.149-1987, SEC.38; P.L.2-1993, SEC.139; P.L.149-2023, SEC.21; P.L.9-2024, SEC.458.
Ind. Code § 25-37.5-1-5 — Indiana Code / Title 25 / Article 37.5 / Chapter 1 / Section 25-37.5-1-5
Exclusions
Status: in_force

Sec. 5. The provisions of sections 2 and 3 of this chapter do not apply to purchases from persons, firms, limited liability companies, or corporations regularly engaged in the business of manufacturing valuable metals, the business of selling valuable metals at retail or wholesale, to the purchase of one valuable metal dealer from another or the purchase from persons, firms, limited liability companies, or corporations engaged in either the generation, transmission, or distribution of electric energy or in telephone, telegraph, and other communications if such persons, firms, limited liability companies, or corporations at the time of purchase provide the valuable metal dealer with a bill of sale or other written evidence of title to the valuable metal. This section does not apply to a used parts dealer.

Formerly: Acts 1971, P.L.380, SEC.1; Acts 1972, P.L.11, SEC.11. As amended by P.L.8-1993, SEC.404; P.L.224-2013, SEC.8; P.L.20-2022, SEC.17.
Ind. Code § 25-26-13-12 — Indiana Code / Title 25 / Article 26 / Chapter 13 / Section 25-26-13-12
Persons licensed in another state
Status: in_force

Sec. 12. (a) An individual who is licensed as a pharmacist in another state where the requirements for licensure were not less than those required in this state at the time of original licensure may be issued a license in this state if:

(1) the individual has registered with and been approved by the National Association of Boards of Pharmacy; and

(2) the individual has graduated with a professional degree in pharmacy from a school of pharmacy accredited by the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education or the Canadian Council for Accreditation of Pharmacy Programs and approved by the board.

(b) An individual who has a professional pharmacy degree from a school of pharmacy located outside the United States and Canada and who is licensed in another state where the requirements for licensure are substantially the same as those in this state may be issued a license under this chapter if:

(1) the individual has registered with and been approved by the National Association of Boards of Pharmacy; and

(2) the individual has provided the board with proof of the applicant's:

(A) academic record and graduation with a professional degree from a school of pharmacy; and

(B) completion of the requirements for obtaining a Foreign Pharmacy Graduate Examination Committee Certificate administered by the National Association of Boards of Pharmacy.

As added by Acts 1977, P.L.276, SEC.1. Amended by P.L.169-1985, SEC.89; P.L.156-1986, SEC.2; P.L.149-1987, SEC.74; P.L.33-1993, SEC.45; P.L.242-1995, SEC.3; P.L.288-2001, SEC.2; P.L.98-2006, SEC.7; P.L.143-2022, SEC.59; P.L.140-2026, SEC.3.
Ind. Code § 25-0.5-12-3 — Indiana Code / Title 25 / Article 0.5 / Chapter 12 / Section 25-0.5-12-3
Board of registration for architects and landscape architects
Status: in_force

Sec. 3. The board of registration for architects and landscape architects (IC 25-4-1-2) is a board under IC 25-1-11.

As added by P.L.3-2014, SEC.5.
Ind. Code § 25-0.5-12-1 — Indiana Code / Title 25 / Article 0.5 / Chapter 12 / Section 25-0.5-12-1
"Board"
Status: in_force

Sec. 1. As used in IC 25-1-11, "board" means any of the entities described in this chapter.

As added by P.L.3-2014, SEC.5.
Ind. Code § 25-17.3-5-1 — Indiana Code / Title 25 / Article 17.3 / Chapter 5 / Section 25-17.3-5-1
Use of certain titles prohibited
Status: in_force

Sec. 1. An individual who does not have a valid license or temporary license as a genetic counselor under this article may not use the title "genetic counselor", "licensed genetic counselor", or any word, letter, abbreviation, or insignia that indicates or implies that the individual has been issued a license or has met the qualifications for licensure under this article.

As added by P.L.177-2009, SEC.35.
Ind. Code § 25-26-22-7 — Indiana Code / Title 25 / Article 26 / Chapter 22 / Section 25-26-22-7
Clerical errors; fraud; recoupment of payment
Status: in_force

Sec. 7. (a) A clerical error related to or contained in a document that is necessary to the conduct of an audit does not constitute fraud without proof of intent to commit fraud.

(b) A clerical error that results in inappropriate payment of a claim by the third party payer may result in recoupment of any inappropriately made payment.

As added by P.L.7-2009, SEC.1.
Ind. Code § 25-36.5-1-9 — Indiana Code / Title 25 / Article 36.5 / Chapter 1 / Section 25-36.5-1-9
Rules and regulations
Status: in_force

Sec. 9. The department may make such rules and regulations as may be necessary to carry out the provisions of this chapter.

Formerly: Acts 1972, P.L.190, SEC.1.
Ind. Code § 25-26-25-7 — Indiana Code / Title 25 / Article 26 / Chapter 25 / Section 25-26-25-7
Appointment not required
Status: in_force

Sec. 7. A pharmacist may not require a woman to schedule an appointment with the pharmacist for the prescribing or dispensing of a hormonal contraceptive patch or self-administered hormonal contraceptive.

As added by P.L.154-2023, SEC.3.
Ind. Code § 25-20.2-8-5 — Indiana Code / Title 25 / Article 20.2 / Chapter 8 / Section 25-20.2-8-5
Criminal violations; amount of fee or compensation added to penalty; separate violations
Status: in_force

Sec. 5. (a) An individual who:

(1) performs or offers to perform home inspections for compensation without being licensed as a home inspector and without being exempt from licensing under law;

(2) presents as the individual's own the license of another;

(3) intentionally gives false or materially misleading information to the board or to a board member in connection with licensing matters;

(4) impersonates another licensee;

(5) uses an expired, a suspended, a revoked, or an otherwise restricted license; or

(6) otherwise violates this article;

commits a Class B infraction.

(b) When entering a judgment for an infraction under this section, the court shall add to any penalty imposed the amount of any fee or other compensation earned by the individual in the commission of the infraction.

(c) Each transaction involving activities defined by this article constitutes a separate violation of this section.

As added by P.L.145-2003, SEC.7.
Ind. Code § 25-26-19-1 — Indiana Code / Title 25 / Article 26 / Chapter 19 / Section 25-26-19-1
"Board"
Status: in_force

Sec. 1. As used in this chapter, "board" refers to the Indiana board of pharmacy established by IC 25-26-13-3.

As added by P.L.251-2003, SEC.3.
Ind. Code § 25-8-3-19 — Indiana Code / Title 25 / Article 8 / Chapter 3 / Section 25-8-3-19
Receipts; deposit
Status: in_force

Sec. 19. The agency shall deposit all money received under this article with the treasurer of state.

As added by P.L.257-1987, SEC.2. Amended by P.L.184-1991, SEC.8.
Ind. Code § 25-26-14-17.8 — Indiana Code / Title 25 / Article 26 / Chapter 14 / Section 25-26-14-17.8
Purchase from unlicensed wholesale drug distributor; requirements; for cause authentication; random authentication; quarantine
Status: in_force

Sec. 17.8. (a) A wholesale drug distributor licensed under this chapter that purchases legend drugs from a wholesale drug distributor that is not licensed under this chapter shall act with due diligence as required under this section and rules adopted by the board. However, the due diligence requirements of this section do not apply to purchases from an unlicensed wholesale drug distributor that has obtained accreditation through the National Association of Boards of Pharmacy's Verified-Accredited Wholesale Distributors program.

(b) Before the initial purchase of legend drugs from the unlicensed wholesale drug distributor, the licensed wholesale drug distributor shall obtain the following information from the unlicensed wholesale drug distributor:

(1) A list of states in which the unlicensed wholesale drug distributor is licensed.

(2) A list of states into which the unlicensed wholesale drug distributor ships legend drugs.

(3) Copies of all state and federal regulatory licenses and registrations held by the unlicensed wholesale drug distributor.

(4) The unlicensed wholesale drug distributor's most recent facility inspection reports.

(5) Information regarding general and product liability insurance maintained by the unlicensed wholesale drug distributor, including copies of relevant policies.

(6) A list of other names under which the unlicensed wholesale drug distributor does business or has been previously known.

(7) A list of corporate officers and managerial employees of the unlicensed wholesale drug distributor.

(8) A list of all owners of the unlicensed wholesale drug distributor that own more than ten percent (10%) of the unlicensed wholesale drug distributor, unless the unlicensed wholesale drug distributor is publicly traded.

(9) A list of all disciplinary actions taken against the unlicensed wholesale drug distributor by state and federal agencies.

(10) A description, including the address, dimensions, and other relevant information, of each facility used by the unlicensed wholesale drug distributor for legend drug storage and distribution.

(11) A description of legend drug import and export activities of the unlicensed wholesale drug distributor.

(12) A description of the unlicensed wholesale drug distributor's procedures to ensure compliance with this chapter.

(13) A statement:

(A) as to whether; and

(B) of the identity of each manufacturer for which;

the unlicensed wholesale drug distributor is an authorized distributor.

(c) Before the initial purchase of legend drugs from an unlicensed wholesale drug distributor, the licensed wholesale drug distributor shall:

(1) request that the board obtain and consider the results of a national criminal history background check (as defined in IC 10-13-3-12) through the state police department of all individuals associated with the unlicensed wholesale drug distributor as specified for licensure of a wholesale drug distributor under section 16(b) of this chapter; and

(2) verify the unlicensed wholesale drug distributor's status as an authorized distributor, if applicable.

(d) If an unlicensed wholesale drug distributor's facility has not been inspected by the board or the board's agent within three (3) years after a contemplated purchase described in subsection (a), the licensed wholesale drug distributor shall conduct an inspection of the unlicensed wholesale drug distributor's facility:

(1) before the initial purchase of legend drugs from the unlicensed wholesale drug distributor; and

(2) at least once every three (3) years unless the unlicensed wholesale drug distributor's facility has been inspected by the board, or the board's agent, during the same period;

to ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations relating to the storage and handling of legend drugs. A third party may be engaged to conduct the site inspection on behalf of the licensed wholesale drug distributor.

(e) At least annually, a licensed wholesale drug distributor that purchases legend drugs from an unlicensed wholesale drug distributor shall ensure that the unlicensed wholesale drug distributor maintains a record keeping system that meets the requirements of section 17(3) of this chapter.

(f) If a licensed wholesale drug distributor that purchases legend drugs from an unlicensed wholesale drug distributor has reason to believe that a legend drug purchased from the unlicensed wholesale drug distributor is misbranded, adulterated, counterfeit, or suspected counterfeit, the licensed wholesale drug distributor shall conduct a for cause authentication of each distribution of the legend drug back to the manufacturer.

(g) An unlicensed wholesale drug distributor that has engaged in the distribution of a legend drug for which a licensed wholesale drug distributor conducts a for cause authentication under subsection (f) shall provide, upon request, detailed information regarding the distribution of the legend drug, including the:

(1) date of purchase of the legend drug;

(2) lot number of the legend drug;

(3) sales invoice number of the legend drug; and

(4) contact information, including name, address, telephone number, and any electronic mail address of the unlicensed wholesale drug distributor that sold the legend drug.

(h) If a licensed wholesale drug distributor conducts a for cause authentication under subsection (f) and is unable to authenticate each distribution of the legend drug, the licensed wholesale drug distributor shall quarantine the legend drug and report the circumstances to the board and the federal Food and Drug Administration within ten (10) business days after completing the attempted authentication.

(i) If a licensed wholesale drug distributor authenticates the distribution of a legend drug back to the manufacturer under subsection (f), the licensed wholesale drug distributor shall maintain records of the authentication for three (3) years and shall provide the records to the board upon request.

(j) A licensed wholesale drug distributor that purchases legend drugs from an unlicensed wholesale drug distributor shall, at least annually, conduct random authentications of required pedigrees on at least ten percent (10%) of sales units of distributions of legend drugs that were purchased from unlicensed wholesale drug distributors.

(k) An unlicensed wholesale drug distributor from which a licensed wholesale drug distributor has purchased legend drugs shall cooperate with the random authentications of pedigrees under this section and provide requested information in a timely manner.

(l) If a wholesale drug distributor conducts a random authentication under subsection (j) and is unable to authenticate each distribution of the legend drug, the wholesale drug distributor shall quarantine the legend drug and report the circumstances to the board and the federal Food and Drug Administration not more than ten (10) business days after completing the attempted authentication.

As added by P.L.212-2005, SEC.56. Amended by P.L.98-2006, SEC.22.
Ind. Code § 25-0.5-4-12 — Indiana Code / Title 25 / Article 0.5 / Chapter 4 / Section 25-0.5-4-12
Indiana state board of health facility administrators
Status: in_force

Sec. 12. The Indiana state board of health facility administrators (IC 25-19-1) is a board under IC 25-1-4.

As added by P.L.3-2014, SEC.5.
Ind. Code § 25-1-8-9 — Indiana Code / Title 25 / Article 1 / Chapter 8 / Section 25-1-8-9
Analysis of licensing fees; report
Status: in_force

Sec. 9. (a) The legislative services agency shall conduct an analysis of the fees established under section 2 of this chapter.

(b) Not later than January 31, 2026, the legislative services agency shall submit a report to the budget committee in an electronic format under IC 5-14-6 containing the results of the analysis conducted under subsection (a). The report must include:

(1) the amount of fees collected; and

(2) a description of how the proceeds from the collected fees were used;

during the two (2) most recent fiscal years.

(c) This section expires July 1, 2026.

As added by P.L.190-2023, SEC.7.
Ind. Code § 25-20.2-5-3 — Indiana Code / Title 25 / Article 20.2 / Chapter 5 / Section 25-20.2-5-3
Waiver of licensing requirements
Status: in_force

Sec. 3. (a) The other licensing requirements of this chapter may be waived for an individual moving to Indiana from another jurisdiction, and the individual may be granted a license as a home inspector if the individual meets the following requirements:

(1) The other jurisdiction grants the same privileges to licensees of Indiana as Indiana grants to licensees of that other jurisdiction.

(2) The individual is licensed in the other jurisdiction.

(3) The licensing requirements of the other jurisdiction are substantially similar to the requirements of this article.

(4) The individual states that the individual has studied, is familiar with, and will abide by this article and the rules adopted by the board under this article.

(b) An individual seeking a license as a home inspector under this section must:

(1) apply on a form prescribed and provided by the board; and

(2) pay the applicable licensing fee established by the board.

As added by P.L.145-2003, SEC.7.
Ind. Code § 25-23.6-8-12 — Indiana Code / Title 25 / Article 23.6 / Chapter 8 / Section 25-23.6-8-12
Repealed
Status: repealed

As added by P.L.186-1990, SEC.9. Repealed by P.L.33-1993, SEC.74.
Ind. Code § 25-26-16-8 — Indiana Code / Title 25 / Article 26 / Chapter 16 / Section 25-26-16-8
Documentation
Status: in_force

Sec. 8. Documentation of protocols must be maintained in a current, consistent, and readily retrievable manner. A pharmacist is required to document decisions made under this chapter in a manner that shows adequate, consistent, and regular communication with an authorizing practitioner. After making an adjustment or a change to the drug regimen of a patient, the pharmacist shall enter the change in the patient's medical record within twenty-four (24) hours.

As added by P.L.114-1996, SEC.2. Amended by P.L.202-2017, SEC.18.
Ind. Code § 25-1-17-5 — Indiana Code / Title 25 / Article 1 / Chapter 17 / Section 25-1-17-5
Issuance of license, certificate, registration, or permit to military spouse or dependent; conditions
Status: in_force

Sec. 5. Notwithstanding any other law, a board shall issue a license, certificate, registration, or permit to a military spouse or dependent to allow the military spouse or dependent to practice the military spouse's or dependent's occupation in Indiana if, upon application to the board, the military spouse or dependent satisfies the following conditions:

(1) Holds a current license, certification, registration, or permit from another jurisdiction, and that jurisdiction's requirements for a license, certificate, registration, or permit are substantially equivalent to or exceed the requirements for a license, certificate, registration, or permit of the board from which the applicant is seeking licensure, certification, registration, or a permit.

(2) Can demonstrate competency in the occupation through methods as determined by the board.

(3) Has held the license, certification, registration, or permit required under subdivision (1) for at least one (1) year.

(4) Has not committed any act in any jurisdiction that would have constituted grounds for refusal, suspension, or revocation of a license, certificate, registration, or permit to practice that occupation in Indiana at the time the act was committed.

(5) Is in good standing and has not been disciplined by the agency that has jurisdiction to issue the license, certification, registration, or permit.

(6) Does not have a complaint or investigation pending before an occupational licensing board that relates to unprofessional conduct or an alleged crime.

(7) Pays any fees required by the board for which the applicant is seeking licensure, certification, registration, or a permit.

As added by P.L.57-2012, SEC.2. Amended by P.L.87-2023, SEC.3.
Ind. Code § 25-43-11-1 — Indiana Code / Title 25 / Article 43 / Chapter 11 / Section 25-43-11-1
Enforcement of compact; compact standing as statutory law; judicial notice; service of process; standing to intervene
Status: in_force

Sec. 1. (a) The executive, legislative, and judicial branches of state government in each member state shall enforce this compact and take all actions necessary and appropriate to effectuate the compact's purposes and intent. The provisions of this compact and the rules promulgated hereunder shall have standing as statutory law.

(b) All courts shall take judicial notice of the compact and the rules in any judicial or administrative proceeding in a member state pertaining to the subject matter of this compact which may affect the powers, responsibilities, or actions of the commission.

(c) The commission shall be entitled to receive service of process in any such proceeding, and shall have standing to intervene in such a proceeding for all purposes. Failure to provide service of process to the commission shall render a judgment or order void as to the commission, this compact, or promulgated rules.

As added by P.L.21-2023, SEC.1.