H.E.A. 1377, P.L. 99-2026 Effective: January 1, 2027 Read the bill at: https://iga.in.gov/legislative/2026/bills/house/1377/ … [Read more...] about Straight ticket voting
Appraiser statute of limitations
H.E.A. 1429, P.L. 35-2026 Effective: July 1, 2026 Provides with regard to an appraisal or appraisal service performed after June 30, 2026, a civil action against a licensed or certified real estate appraiser or registered appraisal management company must be commenced not later than five years after the appraisal service date. Read the bill at: … [Read more...] about Appraiser statute of limitations
Bail procedures
S.E.A. 2, P.L. 64-2026 Effective: January 1, 2027 Read the bill at: https://iga.in.gov/legislative/2026/bills/senate/2/ … [Read more...] about Bail procedures
Constitutional amendment ballot language (see also S.J.R. 1-2026)
S.E.A. 3, P.L. 4-2026 Effective: July 1, 2026 Prescribes the ballot language for the proposed constitutional amendment concerning bail which states: Currently, under the Constitution of the State of Indiana, a person charged with murder or treason is not entitled to be released on bail if the proof is evident or the presumption strong. Shall the Constitution of the State of … [Read more...] about Constitutional amendment ballot language (see also S.J.R. 1-2026)
Victim impact statements
S.E.A. 9, P.L. 66-2026 Effective: July 1, 2026 Requires a defendant to be present in the courtroom while a victim makes a statement concerning the crime and the sentence, unless the defendant presents a safety risk or causes a significant disruption. Provides that if a defendant fails to appear at sentencing and is later taken into custody, the court may hold a hearing to … [Read more...] about Victim impact statements