32-31-10-1. Applicability
Sec. 1. This chapter applies to an eviction action regardless of when the eviction action is originally filed. As added by P.L.164-2022, SEC.2.
32-31-10-2. Applicability of Definitions; “Eviction Action”
Sec. 2. For purposes of this chapter: (1) the definitions in IC 32-31-3 apply; and (2) “eviction action” means: (A) an action for possession of the rental premises (as defined in IC 32-31-7-3), including a petition for an emergency possessory order under IC 32-31-6; or (B) an action to evict the tenant from the rental […]
32-31-10-3. Resolution Before Final Adjudication; Plaintiff’s Duty to File Motion to Dismiss
Sec. 3. The plaintiff in an eviction action shall file a motion to dismiss the action if the case is resolved between the parties at any time before final adjudication of the action, unless the plaintiff is seeking damages, including the retention of the tenant’s security deposit. As added by P.L.164-2022, SEC.2.
32-31-10-4. Plaintiff’s Failure to Prosecute the Case; Court’s Notice to Parties; Plaintiff’s Failure to Take Action; Dismissal of Case; Administrative Fee
Sec. 4. (a) If, at any time after the filing of an eviction action, no action has been taken by the plaintiff to further prosecute the case for a period of at least one hundred eighty (180) days, the court shall send to the parties written notice: (1) informing the parties of the date of […]
32-31-10-5. “Residential Eviction Diversion Program”; Voluntary Participation
Sec. 5. (a) As used in this section, “residential eviction diversion program” refers to any: (1) preeviction diversion program; (2) landlord-tenant settlement conference; or (3) similar program affecting residential evictions or the possession of residential rental property; that is offered or operated in Indiana on a statewide or local basis, regardless of when the program […]
32-31-10-6. Distribution of Federal Rental Assistance Funds for Covid-19; Designated Landlord Application Process; Tenant Signature and Certification Required
Sec. 6. (a) This section applies to: (1) the Indiana housing and community development authority in its role in distributing rental assistance funds made available by the federal government in response to the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) pandemic; and (2) any political subdivision that distributes rental assistance funds made available by the federal government in response […]
32-31-11-1. Applicability
Sec. 1. (a) This chapter applies to an eviction action that results in an outcome described in section 3(a)(1) through 3(a)(3) of this chapter regardless of when the eviction action is originally filed. (b) This chapter does not apply to a hearing for damages in an eviction action in which a judgment has been awarded. […]
32-31-11-2. Applicability of Definitions; “Eviction Action”
Sec. 2. For purposes of this chapter: (1) the definitions in IC 32-31-3 apply; and (2) “eviction action” means: (A) an action for possession of the rental premises (as defined in IC 32-31-7-3), including a petition for an emergency possessory order under IC 32-31-6; or (B) an action to evict the tenant from the rental […]
32-31-9-8. Lease Protections; Prohibition of Retaliation by Landlord
Sec. 8. (a) A landlord may not terminate a lease, refuse to renew a lease, refuse to enter into a lease, or retaliate against a tenant solely because: (1) a tenant; (2) an applicant; or (3) an individual who is a member of the tenant’s or applicant’s household; is a protected individual. (b) A landlord […]
32-31-11-3. Motion by Tenant to Prohibit Disclosure of Records in Eviction Action Upon Dismissal, Judgment in Favor of Tenant, or Overturning of Judgment Against Tenant; Court Order; Timing of Order; Appellate Court Duties; Pending Eviction Actions in Residential Eviction Diversion Programs
Sec. 3. (a) Except as provided in subsection (b), if a landlord files an eviction action and: (1) the eviction action is dismissed by the court: (A) upon petition of the landlord under IC 32-31-10-3 or otherwise; or (B) upon: (i) petition by the tenant; or (ii) the court’s own motion; under IC 32-31-10-4 as […]