25-1-19-1. “Scleral Tattooing”
Sec. 1. As used in this chapter, “scleral tattooing” means the practice of producing an indelible mark or figure on the human eye by scarring or inserting a pigment on, in, or under: (1) the fornix conjunctiva; (2) the bulbar conjunctiva; (3) the ocular conjunctiva; or (4) another ocular surface; using needles, scalpels, or other […]
25-1-19-2. Scleral Tattooing Prohibited; Exception
Sec. 2. (a) Except as provided in subsection (b), a person may not perform or offer to perform scleral tattooing on another person. (b) This section does not apply to an act of a health care professional (as defined in IC 16-27-2-1) licensed under IC 25 when the act is performed in the scope of […]
25-1-19-3. Civil Penalties
Sec. 3. A person who violates this chapter is subject to a civil penalty not to exceed ten thousand dollars ($10,000) for each violation, as determined by the court. As added by P.L.50-2018, SEC.1.
25-1-19-4. Investigation; Prosecution by Attorney General
Sec. 4. (a) The attorney general may receive, investigate, and prosecute complaints against alleged violators of this chapter. (b) The attorney general may institute and conduct an action in the name of the state of Indiana for any of the following: (1) An injunction in any circuit or superior court of Indiana for injunctive relief […]
25-1-19-5. Reimbursement of Costs
Sec. 5. The attorney general shall be reimbursed through civil penalties collected under this chapter for the costs incurred in providing the services described in section 4 of this chapter. Any remaining funds shall be deposited in the state general fund. As added by P.L.50-2018, SEC.1.