Sec. 13. (a) A dealer licensed under this article shall secure an
affidavit from the person that holds the certificate of title on the date of receiving a title by sale or transfer. The affidavit must state whether the vehicle is a flood damaged vehicle.
Attorney's Note
Under the Indiana Code, punishments for crimes depend on the classification. In the case of this section:
| Class | Prison | Fine |
|---|
| Class B misdemeanor | up to 180 days | up to $1,000 |
For details, see
Ind. Code § 35-50-3-3
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Terms Used In Indiana Code 9-32-9-13
- Affidavit: A written statement of facts confirmed by the oath of the party making it, before a notary or officer having authority to administer oaths.
- Attorney: includes a counselor or other person authorized to appear and represent a party in an action or special proceeding. See Indiana Code 1-1-4-5
- Damages: Money paid by defendants to successful plaintiffs in civil cases to compensate the plaintiffs for their injuries.
(c) Submission of a fraudulent affidavit under subsection (a) subjects the affiant to civil liability for all damages incurred by a dealer, subsequent purchaser, or transferee of the title, including reasonable attorney‘s fees and court costs (including fees).
(d) A dealer that knowingly or intentionally fails to comply with subsection (a) or (b) commits a Class B misdemeanor.
(e) A person that knowingly or intentionally submits a fraudulent affidavit under subsection (a) commits a Class A infraction.
As added by P.L.179-2017, SEC.62. Amended by P.L.147-2018, SEC.23.
