Indiana § 28-1-11-11 - Safe deposits and escrows
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§ 28-1-11-11. Safe deposits and escrows
Sec. 11. Any bank or trust company shall have power to receive, upon terms and conditions to be prescribed by such corporation, not inconsistent with the provisions of this section, upon deposit for safe-keeping, or in escrow, moneys, bonds, mortgages, jewelry, plate, stock, securities and valuable papers of any kind, and other personal property for hire, and to rent or lease receptacles for safe deposits of personal property. No bank or trust company nor any of the assets thereof shall be liable, for the value of any property received by it pursuant to the power conferred by this section nor for damages for the loss, theft or misappropriation thereof. Any bank or trust company may procure and carry a policy or policies of insurance for the benefit of the owners of any property received by it pursuant to the power conferred by this section.
Formerly: Acts 1933, c.40, s.180.
Source: official Indiana text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Indiana § 28-1-11-11
What does Indiana Code § 28-1-11-11 cover?
Section 28-1-11-11 ("Safe deposits and escrows") is part of the Indiana Code, the codified statutory law of Indiana. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
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