H.E.A. 1162, P.L. 141 Effective: July 1, 2024 Section 54 states that evidence relating to the failure to install or equip optional equipment on a commercial motor vehicle is inadmissible as evidence. Read bill at: https://iga.in.gov/legislative/2024/bills/house/1162 … [Read more...] about Bureau of Motor Vehicles
Prohibited causes of action concerning firearms
H.E.A. 1235, P.L. 170 Effective: March 15, 2024 Provides that only the State of Indiana may bring or maintain an action by or on behalf of a political subdivision against a firearm or ammunition manufacturer, trade association, seller, or dealer, concerning certain matters. Prohibits a political subdivision from otherwise independently bringing or maintaining such an … [Read more...] about Prohibited causes of action concerning firearms
Damage to a penal facility
S.E.A. 23, P.L. 100 Effective July 1, 2024 Provides that a person who recklessly, knowingly, or intentionally damages a component of an automatic building fire suppression system that is located in a penal facility commits criminal mischief, a Level 6 felony. Read the bill at: https://iga.in.gov/legislative/2024/bills/senate/23 … [Read more...] about Damage to a penal facility
Bail and release review commission
S.E.A. 70, P.L. 14 Effective: July 1, 2024 Establishes the bail and release review commission to review data concerning bail, bail reform, pretrial release, and related matters. Provides that the commission expires June 30, 2026. Read the bill at: https://iga.in.gov/legislative/2024/bills/senate/70 … [Read more...] about Bail and release review commission
Tobacco
S.E.A. 149, P.L. 107 Effective: July 1, 2024 Provides that a person who recklessly, knowingly, or intentionally sells a tobacco product without a valid certificate commits a Class C infraction. Makes it a Class C misdemeanor for a person to operate a tobacco and vaping business within 1,000 feet of school property. Read the bill at: … [Read more...] about Tobacco