Indiana § 4-22-9-3 - Judicial notice of rules

Full text of Indiana Indiana Code § 4-22-9-3 — Judicial notice of rules, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.

§ 4-22-9-3. Judicial notice of rules

Sec. 3. (a) Any rule that has been adopted in conformity with IC 4-22-2 (including a matter incorporated by reference into a rule) shall be judicially noticed by all courts and agencies of this state.

(b) Subject to subsection (c), the official publication of a rule in the Indiana Register or the Indiana Administrative Code, including the official publication of rules published only in electronic format after July 1, 2006, shall be considered prima facie evidence that the rule was adopted in conformity with IC 4-22-2 and that the text published is the text adopted.

(c) The 1979 edition of the Indiana Administrative Code shall be conclusively presumed to contain the accurate, correct, and complete text of all rules in effect on December 31, 1978. All rules filed with the secretary of state before December 31, 1978, and not compiled in the 1979 edition of the Indiana Administrative Code are void.

As added by P.L.31-1985, SEC.36. Amended by P.L.123-2006, SEC.24.

Source: official Indiana text · Last verified 2026-08-27

Frequently Asked Questions About Indiana § 4-22-9-3

What does Indiana Code § 4-22-9-3 cover?

Section 4-22-9-3 ("Judicial notice of rules") 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 § 4-22-9-3?

A common citation format is "Indiana Code § 4-22-9-3" (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 § 4-22-9-3 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.