Indiana HB1017 grants immunity from civil liability and trespass claims to tax sale certificate holders and applicants entering vacant or abandoned.

Indiana HB1017 amends the tax sale procedures to provide immunity from civil liability and trespass claims for individuals entering vacant or abandoned properties during the redemption period. This immunity applies to tax sale certificate holders and applicants performing routine maintenance to remedy ordinance violations. The immunity does not cover acts of gross negligence or willful misconduct. The bill also allows for visual inspections of properties to determine if they are vacant or abandoned. Effective January 1, 2026.

Indiana HB1017 grants immunity from civil liability and trespass claims to tax sale certificate holders and applicants entering vacant or abandoned.

Indiana HB1017 amends the tax sale procedures to provide immunity from civil liability and trespass claims for individuals entering vacant or abandoned properties during the redemption period. This immunity applies to tax sale certificate holders and applicants performing routine maintenance to remedy ordinance violations. The immunity does not cover acts of gross negligence or willful misconduct. The bill also allows for visual inspections of properties to determine if they are vacant or abandoned. Effective January 1, 2026.