Indiana § 23-5-2-9 - Mutual mortuary benefits
Full text of Indiana Indiana Code § 23-5-2-9 — Mutual mortuary benefits, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 23-5-2-9. Mutual mortuary benefits
Sec. 9. (a) This chapter shall not authorize the organization of any banking, insurance, telegraph, mining, manufacturing, warehouse, or transportation company, but any board of trade or other commercial organization organized under this chapter may create and operate among its members a system of mutual mortuary benefits and may raise the benefits, after the death of each member who is a subscriber to the mortuary benefit fund, by an assessment of not more than four dollars ($4) upon each living member for the benefit of the beneficiaries of such deceased member described in the articles of association or bylaws of the corporation or for the benefit of the beneficiaries named by the member conformably to the articles of association or bylaws.
(b) The corporation may make continued membership in the corporation itself, of a living member, conditional upon the member's paying such assessments promptly.
(c) The corporation shall only be liable to any beneficiary to the extent for the assessment in the beneficiary's favor that has been received by it, and the fund so collected shall not be depleted by any salary of officers or other expenses, but the whole thereof shall be paid to the beneficiary.
Formerly: Acts 1875, c.5, s.9; Acts 1901, c.191, s.1. As amended by P.L.34-1987, SEC.333; P.L.1-1989, SEC.47.
Source: official Indiana text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Indiana § 23-5-2-9
What does Indiana Code § 23-5-2-9 cover?
Section 23-5-2-9 ("Mutual mortuary benefits") 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 § 23-5-2-9?
A common citation format is "Indiana Code § 23-5-2-9" (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 § 23-5-2-9 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.