Indiana consumer dispute guide
Deadlines, dollar limits, and statutes that decide consumer disputes in Indiana.
Security deposit law in Indiana
Landlord must return the deposit within 45 days with an itemized damages list. No statutory multiplier, but tenant may recover actual damages plus attorney fees.
Statute: Ind. Code § 32-31-3-12 · Penalty exposure: up to 1x the deposit
Key consumer protection statutes
- • Indiana Deceptive Trade Practices / Consumer Protection Act
- • Ind. Code § 32-31-3-12 — security deposits
- • Fair Credit Reporting Act, 15 U.S.C. § 1681 (federal)
- • Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, 15 U.S.C. § 1692 (federal)
- • Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act, 15 U.S.C. § 2301 (federal)
Dispute types available in Indiana
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