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IN Code § 24-5-18-10 (2021)
2021 Indiana Code|Title 24. Trade Regulation|Article 5. Consumer Sales|Chapter 18. Garage Door Opening Systems|24-5-18-10. Violations; Penalty

Sec. 10. (a) A supplier who knowingly violates the requirements of this chapter is subject to a civil penalty of five hundred dollars ($500) for each violation.(b) The attorney general may bring an action on behalf of the state to recover the penalty imposed by subsection (a) from the supplier.As added by P.L.212-1993, SEC.1.
IN Code § 24-5-19-1 (2021)
2021 Indiana Code|Title 24. Trade Regulation|Article 5. Consumer Sales|Chapter 19. Deceptive Commercial Solicitation|24-5-19-1. Application of Chapter

Sec. 1. This chapter applies to a person that sends, delivers, or transmits by mail, private delivery, facsimile transmission, or electronic mail a solicitation offering goods or services for sale, lease, or rent if the person:(1) creates, prepares, packages, or handles the solicitation in Indiana;(2) sends the solicitation from a location in Indiana;(3) sends the solicitation from outside Indiana to a location or person in Indiana;(4) uses a post office box, mailing service, or facsimile transmission service in Indiana;(5) remails, forwards, redirects, or retransmits the solicitation from Indiana to a location in Indiana or outside Indiana; or(6) directly or indirectly uses another person in Indiana to create, prepare, package, handle, send, deliver, transmit, remail, forward, redirect, or retransmit a solicitation.As added by P.L.176-1997, SEC.1.
IN Code § 24-5-19-2 (2021)
2021 Indiana Code|Title 24. Trade Regulation|Article 5. Consumer Sales|Chapter 19. Deceptive Commercial Solicitation|24-5-19-2. "Person" Defined

Sec. 2. As used in this chapter, "person" has the meaning set forth in IC 24-5-0.5-2.As added by P.L.176-1997, SEC.1.
IN Code § 24-5-19-3 (2021)
2021 Indiana Code|Title 24. Trade Regulation|Article 5. Consumer Sales|Chapter 19. Deceptive Commercial Solicitation|24-5-19-3. Solicitation of Payment by Bill, Invoice, or Statement of Account Due

Sec. 3. A person may not, with intent to deceive, knowingly or intentionally send, deliver, or transmit a bill, an invoice, or a statement of account due, or a writing that could reasonably be interpreted as a bill, an invoice, or a statement of account due, to solicit payment of money by another person for goods not yet ordered or for services not yet performed and not yet ordered.As added by P.L.176-1997, SEC.1.
IN Code § 24-5-19-4 (2021)
2021 Indiana Code|Title 24. Trade Regulation|Article 5. Consumer Sales|Chapter 19. Deceptive Commercial Solicitation|24-5-19-4. Solicitation of Payment by Compliance Notice, Legal Notice, or Other Notice of Governmental Entity

Sec. 4. A person that is not a governmental entity may not knowingly or intentionally send, deliver, or transmit a writing that purports to be a compliance notice, legal notice, or other notice of a governmental entity, or a writing that could reasonably be interpreted to be a compliance notice, legal notice, or other notice of a governmental entity, to solicit payment of money by another person for goods not yet ordered or for services not yet performed and not yet ordered.As added by P.L.176-1997, SEC.1.
IN Code § 24-5-19-5 (2021)
2021 Indiana Code|Title 24. Trade Regulation|Article 5. Consumer Sales|Chapter 19. Deceptive Commercial Solicitation|24-5-19-5. Solicitation When Goods Not Shipped or Services Not Performed

Sec. 5. A person may not knowingly or intentionally send, deliver, or transmit a solicitation for goods if the solicitation indicates that goods have been shipped to or services performed for the recipient and the goods have not been shipped or the services have not been performed.As added by P.L.176-1997, SEC.1.
IN Code § 24-5-19-6 (2021)
2021 Indiana Code|Title 24. Trade Regulation|Article 5. Consumer Sales|Chapter 19. Deceptive Commercial Solicitation|24-5-19-6. Compliance With Other Provisions of Law

Sec. 6. The provisions of this chapter are not exclusive and do not relieve a person of compliance with other applicable provisions of law.As added by P.L.176-1997, SEC.1.
IN Code § 24-5-19-7 (2021)
2021 Indiana Code|Title 24. Trade Regulation|Article 5. Consumer Sales|Chapter 19. Deceptive Commercial Solicitation|24-5-19-7. Voidable Contracts

Sec. 7. A contract entered into in reliance on a solicitation that does not comply with this chapter is voidable by the party that relied on the solicitation.As added by P.L.176-1997, SEC.1.
IN Code § 24-5-19-8 (2021)
2021 Indiana Code|Title 24. Trade Regulation|Article 5. Consumer Sales|Chapter 19. Deceptive Commercial Solicitation|24-5-19-8. Waiver

Sec. 8. A waiver of a person's rights under all or part of this chapter is void and unenforceable.As added by P.L.176-1997, SEC.1.
IN Code § 24-5-19-9 (2021)
2021 Indiana Code|Title 24. Trade Regulation|Article 5. Consumer Sales|Chapter 19. Deceptive Commercial Solicitation|24-5-19-9. Power to Bring Action, Seek Injunction, or Submit Matter to Attorney General

Sec. 9. A person that receives a solicitation that violates the provisions of this chapter may:(1) bring an action in the circuit or superior court of the county of the person's residence for recovery of the person's actual damages resulting from the violation, including court costs and attorney's fees;(2) petition the circuit or superior court of the person's county of residence to enjoin the sender of the solicitation from further violation; and(3) whether or not the recipient of the solicitation is actually deceived, submit the matter to the attorney general for action under IC 24-5-0.5.As added by P.L.176-1997, SEC.1.
IN Code § 24-5-19-10 (2021)
2021 Indiana Code|Title 24. Trade Regulation|Article 5. Consumer Sales|Chapter 19. Deceptive Commercial Solicitation|24-5-19-10. Violation of Chapter; Class a Misdemeanor

Sec. 10. A person that violates the provisions of this chapter commits a Class A misdemeanor.As added by P.L.176-1997, SEC.1.
IN Code § 24-5-19-11 (2021)
2021 Indiana Code|Title 24. Trade Regulation|Article 5. Consumer Sales|Chapter 19. Deceptive Commercial Solicitation|24-5-19-11. Penalties

Sec. 11. (a) A person that violates this chapter is subject to the penalties set forth in IC 24-5-0.5.(b) The penalties set forth in IC 24-5-0.5 apply whether or not a recipient of the person's solicitation is actually deceived.As added by P.L.176-1997, SEC.1.
IN Code § 24-5-20-1 (2021)
2021 Indiana Code|Title 24. Trade Regulation|Article 5. Consumer Sales|Chapter 20. Assistive Device Warranties|24-5-20-1. Applicability of Chapter

Sec. 1. This chapter does not apply to assistive devices purchased by, leased by, or transferred to a consumer before July 1, 1999.As added by P.L.85-1999, SEC.1.
IN Code § 24-5-20-2 (2021)
2021 Indiana Code|Title 24. Trade Regulation|Article 5. Consumer Sales|Chapter 20. Assistive Device Warranties|24-5-20-2. "Assistive Device" Defined

Sec. 2. As used in this chapter, "assistive device" means any new device, including a demonstrator, that a consumer purchases or accepts transfer of in Indiana that is used for a major life activity. The term includes the following devices:(1) Manual wheelchairs, motorized wheelchairs, motorized scooters, and other aids that enhance the mobility of an individual.(2) Hearing aids, telephone communication devices for the deaf (TTD, TTY), assistive listening devices, visual and audible signal systems, and other aids that enhance an individual's ability to hear.(3) Voice synthesized computer modules, optical scanners, talking software, braille printers, and other devices that enhance a sight impaired individual's ability to communicate.(4) Any other device that enables an individual with a disability to communicate, see, hear, or maneuver.The term does not include surgical implants, dental and ocular prostheses, batteries, tires, or nonfunctional accessories.As added by P.L.85-1999, SEC.1.
IN Code § 24-5-20-3 (2021)
2021 Indiana Code|Title 24. Trade Regulation|Article 5. Consumer Sales|Chapter 20. Assistive Device Warranties|24-5-20-3. "Collateral Costs" Defined

Sec. 3. As used in this chapter, "collateral costs" means expenses incurred by a consumer in connection with the repair of a nonconformity, including the reasonable costs of obtaining an alternative assistive device. The term does not include the cost of an alternative assistive device.As added by P.L.85-1999, SEC.1.
IN Code § 24-5-20-4 (2021)
2021 Indiana Code|Title 24. Trade Regulation|Article 5. Consumer Sales|Chapter 20. Assistive Device Warranties|24-5-20-4. "Consumer" Defined

Sec. 4. As used in this chapter, "consumer" means any of the following:(1) An individual who is a person with a disability as defined in the federal Americans With Disabilities Act (42 U.S.C. 12101(2)) or the individual's legal representative:(A) who has purchased an assistive device from an assistive device dealer or manufacturer for purposes other than resale;(B) to whom the assistive device is transferred for purposes other than resale, if the transfer occurs before the expiration of any warranty established by this chapter; or(C) who leases a new assistive device from an assistive device lessor under a written lease.(2) A person that purchases or leases an assistive device using state or federal funds for the use of an individual with a disability.(3) An insurer or self-insurer that purchases or leases an assistive device for the use of an individual with a disability.As added by P.L.85-1999, SEC.1.
IN Code § 24-5-20-5 (2021)
2021 Indiana Code|Title 24. Trade Regulation|Article 5. Consumer Sales|Chapter 20. Assistive Device Warranties|24-5-20-5. "Dealer" Defined

Sec. 5. As used in this chapter, "dealer" means a person who is in the business of selling or dispensing assistive devices.As added by P.L.85-1999, SEC.1.
IN Code § 24-5-20-6 (2021)
2021 Indiana Code|Title 24. Trade Regulation|Article 5. Consumer Sales|Chapter 20. Assistive Device Warranties|24-5-20-6. "Demonstrator" Defined

Sec. 6. As used in this chapter, "demonstrator" means an assistive device used primarily for the purpose of demonstration to the public or loan to a consumer.As added by P.L.85-1999, SEC.1.
IN Code § 24-5-20-7 (2021)
2021 Indiana Code|Title 24. Trade Regulation|Article 5. Consumer Sales|Chapter 20. Assistive Device Warranties|24-5-20-7. "Manufacturer" Defined

Sec. 7. As used in this chapter, "manufacturer" means a person that manufactures or assembles assistive devices. The term includes the agents of that person, an importer, a factory branch, and any warrantors of the person's assistive device. The term does not include a professional who fabricates, without charge, a device for use in the course of treatment.As added by P.L.85-1999, SEC.1.
IN Code § 24-5-20-8 (2021)
2021 Indiana Code|Title 24. Trade Regulation|Article 5. Consumer Sales|Chapter 20. Assistive Device Warranties|24-5-20-8. "Nonconformity" Defined

Sec. 8. (a) As used in this chapter, "nonconformity" means a condition or defect that significantly impairs the use, value, function, or safety of an assistive device or any of its components.(b) The term does not include a condition or defect of the assistive device that:(1) is the result of:(A) abuse, misuse, or neglect by a consumer;(B) modifications or alterations not authorized by the manufacturer;(C) normal wear, including accumulation of ear wax, perspiration, or moisture;(D) normal use that may be resolved through a fitting adjustment, routine maintenance, preventative maintenance, or proper care; or(E) a consumer's failure to follow any manufacturer's written service and maintenance guidelines furnished at the time of purchase; or(2) indicates the need for:(A) routine adjustment, modification, or upgrade; or(B) an adjustment:(i) due to an exacerbation in the condition of the individual with a disability; or(ii) to improve the fit of the assistive device.As added by P.L.85-1999, SEC.1.
IN Code § 24-5-20-9 (2021)
2021 Indiana Code|Title 24. Trade Regulation|Article 5. Consumer Sales|Chapter 20. Assistive Device Warranties|24-5-20-9. Reasonable Attempt to Repair

Sec. 9. For purposes of this chapter, a "reasonable attempt to repair" has occurred if, within one (1) year after the date of first delivery of the assistive device, either of the following applies:(1) The same nonconformity has been subject to repair two (2) or more times by the manufacturer, assistive device lessor, or any assistive device dealer authorized by the manufacturer to repair the assistive device, and the nonconformity continues to exist and interfere with the assistive device's operation.(2) The assistive device is out of service because of nonconformities, with no fungible loaner available, for a cumulative total of at least thirty (30) business days (not including any necessary time in shipment), due to repair by the manufacturer, assistive device lessor, or any assistive device dealer authorized by the manufacturer to repair the assistive device. For purposes of this subdivision a loaner hearing aid is considered fungible with the consumer's hearing aid if the loaner hearing aid improves the consumer's hearing. This subdivision does not apply if the repairs could not be performed because of conditions beyond the control of the manufacturer, its agents, or authorized dealers, including war, invasion, strike, fire, flood, or other natural disasters.As added by P.L.85-1999, SEC.1.
IN Code § 24-5-20-10 (2021)
2021 Indiana Code|Title 24. Trade Regulation|Article 5. Consumer Sales|Chapter 20. Assistive Device Warranties|24-5-20-10. Implied Warranties Regarding Nonconformity

Sec. 10. Notwithstanding any other law, in addition to any express warranty furnished by the manufacturer of an assistive device, the manufacturer is also considered to have warranted both of the following for a period of one (1) year from the date of first delivery to the consumer purchasing or leasing the assistive device in Indiana:(1) That the assistive device, when used as intended, will be free from any nonconformity.(2) That any nonconformity will be repaired (including parts and labor) by the manufacturer or its agent, without charge to the consumer.As added by P.L.85-1999, SEC.1.
IN Code § 24-5-20-11 (2021)
2021 Indiana Code|Title 24. Trade Regulation|Article 5. Consumer Sales|Chapter 20. Assistive Device Warranties|24-5-20-11. Return of Nonconforming Assistive Device

Sec. 11. If, after reasonable attempt to repair, a nonconformity is not repaired, the consumer must return the assistive device to the dealer and the manufacturer shall do either of the following:(1) Do both of the following:(A) Accept return of the nonconforming assistive device.(B) Not later than fourteen (14) days after return of the assistive device, refund to the consumer or consumers:(i) the full purchase price of the assistive device, excluding the cost of services associated with the device's initial purchase, together with reasonable collateral costs, less a reasonable allowance for use; or(ii) if the device was leased, all lease payments made through the date of return together with a proportional share of any required deposit.A refund of the amounts described in this clause to a consumer or consumers shall be made to the extent of each consumer's bearing the initial purchase or lease cost and bearing of any collateral costs.(2) Accept return of the nonconforming assistive device and replace the nonconforming assistive device with one (1) of comparable market value, function, and usefulness as appropriate to the consumer within thirty (30) business days of the return, not including, in the case of a hearing aid, scheduling time for professional fitting and dispensing.As added by P.L.85-1999, SEC.1.
IN Code § 24-5-20-12 (2021)
2021 Indiana Code|Title 24. Trade Regulation|Article 5. Consumer Sales|Chapter 20. Assistive Device Warranties|24-5-20-12. Resale of Nonconforming Assistive Devices Prohibited

Sec. 12. An assistive device returned due to a nonconformity under this chapter by a consumer or an assistive device lessor in Indiana or any other state may not be sold or leased again in Indiana unless full disclosure of the reason for the return is made to any prospective buyer or lessee.As added by P.L.85-1999, SEC.1.
IN Code § 24-5-20-13 (2021)
2021 Indiana Code|Title 24. Trade Regulation|Article 5. Consumer Sales|Chapter 20. Assistive Device Warranties|24-5-20-13. Remedies

Sec. 13. (a) The remedies afforded by this chapter are:(1) cumulative;(2) not exclusive; and(3) in addition to any other legal or equitable remedies available to the consumer.(b) In addition to any other remedies available, a consumer who suffers loss as a result of any violation of this chapter may:(1) bring an action to recover damages; or(2) submit the matter to arbitration under IC 34-57-2.As added by P.L.85-1999, SEC.1.
IN Code § 24-5-20-14 (2021)
2021 Indiana Code|Title 24. Trade Regulation|Article 5. Consumer Sales|Chapter 20. Assistive Device Warranties|24-5-20-14. Limitation of Warranties and Waiver of Rights Prohibited

Sec. 14. (a) A manufacturer's exclusion or limitation of the warranties or consumer remedies provided by this chapter is void.(b) A purported waiver of rights to legal action or arbitration by a consumer within an assistive device purchase agreement is void.As added by P.L.85-1999, SEC.1.
IN Code § 24-5-21-1 (2021)
2021 Indiana Code|Title 24. Trade Regulation|Article 5. Consumer Sales|Chapter 21. Prescription Drug Discount Cards|24-5-21-1. Applicability

Sec. 1. This chapter does not apply to the following:(1) Eye or vision care services, glasses, or contact lenses provided by an optometrist or ophthalmologist.(2) A card, device, or other purchasing mechanism that is not insurance but that is administered in conjunction with a health or medical benefit by an insurance company, a nonprofit health service plan corporation, or a health maintenance organization.(3) A benefit administered by or under contract with the state of Indiana.(4) A customer discount or membership card issued by a store or buying club for use at that store or buying club.As added by P.L.230-2001, SEC.1.
IN Code § 24-5-21-2 (2021)
2021 Indiana Code|Title 24. Trade Regulation|Article 5. Consumer Sales|Chapter 21. Prescription Drug Discount Cards|24-5-21-2. "Person" Defined

Sec. 2. As used in this chapter, "person" has the meaning set forth in IC 24-5-0.5-2.As added by P.L.230-2001, SEC.1.
IN Code § 24-5-21-3 (2021)
2021 Indiana Code|Title 24. Trade Regulation|Article 5. Consumer Sales|Chapter 21. Prescription Drug Discount Cards|24-5-21-3. Prohibitions Against Sale or Distribution of Card

Sec. 3. A person may not sell, market, promote, advertise, or distribute a card, device, or other purchasing mechanism that purports to offer discounts or access to discounts from a pharmacy for prescription drug or device purchases in the following situations:(1) The card, device, or other purchasing mechanism does not expressly state in bold and prominent type, which is prominently placed, that the discounts are not insurance.(2) The discounts are not specifically authorized by an individual and separate contract with each pharmacy listed with the card, device, or other purchasing mechanism.(3) The discounts or access to discounts offered, or the range of discounts or access to the range of discounts offered are deceptive or misleading.As added by P.L.230-2001, SEC.1.
IN Code § 24-5-21-4 (2021)
2021 Indiana Code|Title 24. Trade Regulation|Article 5. Consumer Sales|Chapter 21. Prescription Drug Discount Cards|24-5-21-4. Indiana Resident Designated as Agent for Service of Process

Sec. 4. A person who is not exempt under section 1 of this chapter and who sells, markets, promotes, advertises, or distributes a card, device, or other purchasing mechanism that purports to offer discounts or access to discounts from a pharmacy for prescription drug or device purchases shall designate a resident in Indiana as an agent for service of process and register the agent with the secretary of state.As added by P.L.230-2001, SEC.1.
IN Code § 24-5-21-5 (2021)
2021 Indiana Code|Title 24. Trade Regulation|Article 5. Consumer Sales|Chapter 21. Prescription Drug Discount Cards|24-5-21-5. Card Voidable for Noncompliance

Sec. 5. A contract entered into to purchase a card, device, or other purchasing mechanism that purports to offer discounts or access to discounts from a pharmacy for prescription drug or device purchases that does not comply with this chapter is voidable by the purchaser.As added by P.L.230-2001, SEC.1.
IN Code § 24-5-21-6 (2021)
2021 Indiana Code|Title 24. Trade Regulation|Article 5. Consumer Sales|Chapter 21. Prescription Drug Discount Cards|24-5-21-6. Legal Action for Violations

Sec. 6. (a) The attorney general, a prosecuting attorney, or an individual may maintain an action to enjoin any act that is in violation of this chapter and for the recovery of damages.(b) An action brought under this section may be brought in the county where:(1) the plaintiff resides or conducts business;(2) the defendant resides or conducts business; or(3) the card, device, or other purchasing mechanism that purports to offer discounts or access to discounts from a pharmacy for prescription drug or device purchases was sold, marketed, promoted, advertised, or distributed.(c) If the court finds that the defendant violated any provision of this chapter, the court shall enjoin the defendant from continuing the acts that are in violation of this chapter.(d) A plaintiff who prevails in an action under this chapter may recover the following:(1) A sum equal to one hundred dollars ($100) per card, device, or other purchasing mechanism that is sold or distributed in Indiana by the defendant or ten thousand dollars ($10,000), whichever is greater.(2) Three (3) times the amount of actual damages, if any.(3) Reasonable attorney's fees.(4) Court costs.(5) Any other relief that the court considers proper.As added by P.L.230-2001, SEC.1.
IN Code § 24-5-21-7 (2021)
2021 Indiana Code|Title 24. Trade Regulation|Article 5. Consumer Sales|Chapter 21. Prescription Drug Discount Cards|24-5-21-7. Provisions Not Exclusive

Sec. 7. (a) The provisions of this chapter are not exclusive and do not relieve a person from compliance with other applicable provisions of law.(b) The penalties in this chapter are cumulative and in addition to any other applicable penalties.(c) A person that violates this chapter is subject to the penalties set forth in IC 24-5-0.5.(d) All actions brought under this chapter must be brought within two (2) years after the date on which the violation of this chapter occurred.As added by P.L.230-2001, SEC.1.
IN Code § 24-5-22-1 (2021)
2021 Indiana Code|Title 24. Trade Regulation|Article 5. Consumer Sales|Chapter 22. Deceptive Commercial Electronic Mail|24-5-22-1. "Assist the Transmission"

Sec. 1. As used in this chapter, "assist the transmission" means to provide substantial assistance or support that enables a person to formulate, compose, send, originate, initiate, or transmit a commercial electronic mail message when the person providing the assistance knows or consciously avoids knowing that the initiator of the commercial electronic mail message is engaged or intends to engage in a practice that violates this chapter.As added by P.L.36-2003, SEC.1.
IN Code § 24-5-22-2 (2021)
2021 Indiana Code|Title 24. Trade Regulation|Article 5. Consumer Sales|Chapter 22. Deceptive Commercial Electronic Mail|24-5-22-2. "Commercial Electronic Mail Message"

Sec. 2. (a) As used in this chapter, "commercial electronic mail message" refers to an electronic mail message sent to promote the sale or lease of real property, goods, or services.(b) The term does not include an electronic mail message to which an interactive computer service provider has attached an advertisement in exchange for free use of an electronic mail account, if the sender has agreed to such an arrangement.As added by P.L.36-2003, SEC.1.
IN Code § 24-5-22-3 (2021)
2021 Indiana Code|Title 24. Trade Regulation|Article 5. Consumer Sales|Chapter 22. Deceptive Commercial Electronic Mail|24-5-22-3. "Electronic Mail Address"

Sec. 3. As used in this chapter, "electronic mail address" means a destination, commonly expressed as a string of characters, to which electronic mail may be sent or delivered.As added by P.L.36-2003, SEC.1.