Indiana § 13-20-16-1 - Improper disposal notice; posting; violations
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§ 13-20-16-1. Improper disposal notice; posting; violations
Sec. 1. (a) In each retail establishment in which a retailer sells lead acid batteries, the retailer shall post in a conspicuous place a written notice that bears the following statements:
"Improper disposal of batteries is against the law."
"It is illegal to put used motor vehicle batteries or other vehicle or boat batteries in the trash."
"Recycle your used batteries."
"State law requires us to accept your used battery for recycling if you purchase a new battery from us.".
(b) A notice required by this section must be at least eight and one-half (8.5) inches by eleven (11) inches in size.
(c) A person who knowingly violates this section commits a Class C infraction.
[Pre-1996 Recodification Citation: 13-1-15-6.]
As added by P.L.1-1996, SEC.10.
Source: official Indiana text · Last verified 2026-08-27
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