Indiana § 9-32-13-31 - Complaint of unfair practice; investigation
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§ 9-32-13-31. Complaint of unfair practice; investigation
Sec. 31. (a) A dealer that alleges the commission of an unfair practice by a manufacturer or distributor in violation of section 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 28, 29, or 30 of this chapter may file a complaint with the division under IC 9-32-16-15.
(b) Upon receipt of a complaint under subsection (a), the division may conduct an investigation under IC 9-32-16-14.
(c) If the division determines that a manufacturer or distributor has committed a violation, including an unfair practice described in subsection (a), the division may take action against the manufacturer or distributor under IC 9-32-16 and IC 9-32-17.
(d) A person that performs an act that is an unfair practice under this chapter commits a Class A infraction.
(e) This section does not limit the ability of a dealer, manufacturer, or distributor to request a hearing under IC 9-32-16-2.
As added by P.L.217-2014, SEC.174. Amended by P.L.174-2016, SEC.107.
IC 9-32-14Chapter 14. Damage to New Motor Vehicles
9-32-14-1Liability of dealer for damage 9-32-14-2Liability of manufacturer, converter manufacturer, or automotive mobility dealer 9-32-14-3Carrier related damage to new motor vehicle 9-32-14-4Disclosure to ultimate purchaser of damage exceeding four percent of retail price; violation 9-32-14-5Disclosure of damage to new motor vehicle ordered by customer
Source: official Indiana text · Last verified 2026-08-27
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