Indiana § 16-37-1-13 - Violations; sanctions
Full text of Indiana Indiana Code § 16-37-1-13 — Violations; sanctions, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 16-37-1-13. Violations; sanctions
Sec. 13. (a) Except as provided in subsection (c) or (d) or as otherwise provided, a person who recklessly violates or fails to comply with this chapter commits a Class B misdemeanor.
(b) Each day a violation continues constitutes a separate offense.
(c) A person who:
(1) is licensed under IC 25 in a profession listed in section 3.1(c) of this chapter; and
(2) recklessly violates or fails to comply with this chapter;
is subject only to sanctions under IC 25-1-9-4(a)(3).
(d) The state department may not begin sanctioning a person for failing to submit a document in electronic format as required in section 3.1 of this chapter until January 1, 2012.
[Pre-1993 Recodification Citation: 16-1-35-1.]
As added by P.L.2-1993, SEC.20. Amended by P.L.156-2011, SEC.34.
IC 16-37-2Chapter 2. Certification of Births
16-37-2-1"Person in attendance at birth" 16-37-2-2Birth certificate and paternity affidavit; persons responsible for filing or preparation; release of paternity affidavit 16-37-2-2.1Paternity affidavits; requirements; forms; joint legal custody agreement; penalty; effect of paternity affidavit; genetic test; opportunity to consult 16-37-2-3Time for filing birth certificate 16-37-2-4Acceptance of delayed filed birth certificates 16-37-2-5Birth certificates presented more than 12 months after birth 16-37-2-6Rules for accepting delayed birth certificates 16-37-2-7Certificate of birth registration; issuance to delayed birth certificate applicant 16-37-2-8Probative value of delayed birth certificate 16-37-2-9Permanent record; public inspection; adoptee birth records 16-37-2-10"DNA test"; additions or corrections to birth certificate; evidence 16-37-2-11Custody of children of unknown parentage; reports 16-37-2-12Children of unknown parentage; certificates of birth 16-37-2-13Recorded name of child born out of wedlock 16-37-2-14Duties of health officer regarding paternity affidavit 16-37-2-15Proper name of illegitimate child whose parents subsequently marry 16-37-2-16New birth certificate upon marriage of illegitimate child's parents; correction of records 16-37-2-17Repealed 16-37-2-18Form of new birth certificate 16-37-2-19Violations
Frequently Asked Questions About Indiana § 16-37-1-13
What does Indiana Code § 16-37-1-13 cover?
Section 16-37-1-13 ("Violations; sanctions") 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 § 16-37-1-13?
A common citation format is "Indiana Code § 16-37-1-13" (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 § 16-37-1-13 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.