Indiana § 4-2-7-4 - Powers; subpoena and contempt; reports; serving as special prosecuting attorney; civil and criminal actions
Full text of Indiana Indiana Code § 4-2-7-4 — Powers; subpoena and contempt; reports; serving as special prosecuting attorney; civil and criminal actions, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 4-2-7-4. Powers; subpoena and contempt; reports; serving as special prosecuting attorney; civil and criminal actions
Sec. 4. To carry out the duties described in section 3 of this chapter, the inspector general has the following powers:
(1) As part of an investigation, the inspector general may:
(A) administer oaths;
(B) examine witnesses under oath;
(C) issue subpoenas and subpoenas duces tecum; and
(D) examine the records, reports, audits, reviews, papers, books, recommendations, contracts, correspondence, or any other documents maintained by an agency.
(2) The inspector general may apply to a circuit or superior court for an order holding an individual in contempt of court if the individual refuses to give sworn testimony under a subpoena issued by the inspector general or otherwise disobeys a subpoena or subpoena duces tecum issued by the inspector general.
(3) The inspector general shall prepare a report summarizing the results of every investigation. The report is confidential in accordance with section 8 of this chapter.
(4) If the attorney general has elected not to file a civil action for the recovery of funds misappropriated, diverted, missing, or unlawfully gained, the inspector general may file a civil action for the recovery of the funds in accordance with section 6 of this chapter.
(5) The inspector general may prosecute a criminal matter as a special prosecuting attorney or special deputy prosecuting attorney in accordance with:
(A) section 7 of this chapter; or
(B) IC 33-39-10-3.
As added by P.L.222-2005, SEC.14. Amended by P.L.57-2014, SEC.1.
Source: official Indiana text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Indiana § 4-2-7-4
What does Indiana Code § 4-2-7-4 cover?
Section 4-2-7-4 ("Powers; subpoena and contempt; reports; serving as special prosecuting attorney; civil and criminal actions") 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.
How do I cite Indiana § 4-2-7-4?
A common citation format is "Indiana Code § 4-2-7-4" (Indiana). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of Indiana law?
No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the Indiana official source linked on this page or consult a licensed Indiana attorney.
How does Indiana § 4-2-7-4 apply to my situation?
Statutes are interpreted in context, and application depends on your specific facts. Only a licensed attorney in Indiana can advise on how this section applies to you. Contact your state or local bar association for a referral.
Sources & Verification
Not legal advice. Verify against the official source and consult a licensed attorney in Indiana.