Indiana § 4-36-7-2 - Commission powers concerning security

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§ 4-36-7-2. Commission powers concerning security

Sec. 2. The commission may do any of the following:

(1) Investigate an alleged violation of this article.

(2) Enter the following premises for the performance of the commission's lawful duties:

(A) A retailer's tavern.

(B) A jumbo boat.

(C) A place in which type II gambling games are being purchased, sold, manufactured, printed, or stored.

(3) Take necessary equipment from the premises referred to in subdivision (2) for further investigation.

(4) Obtain full access to all financial records of the alleged violator on request.

(5) If there is a reason to believe that a violation has occurred, search and inspect the premises where the violation is alleged to have occurred or is occurring. A search under this subdivision may not be conducted unless a warrant has first been obtained by the commission. A contract entered into by the commission may not include a provision allowing for warrantless searches. A warrant may be obtained in the county in which the search will be conducted or in Marion County.

(6) Seize or take possession of:

(A) papers;

(B) records;

(C) tickets;

(D) currency; or

(E) other items;

related to an alleged violation.

As added by P.L.95-2008, SEC.13. Amended by P.L.194-2021, SEC.11.

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

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Section 4-36-7-2 ("Commission powers concerning security") 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.

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