Indiana 2024 Regular Session

Indiana House Bill HB1033

Introduced
1/8/24  

Caption

Causes of action.

Impact

The bill aims to reduce the number of lawsuits filed against property and business owners by limiting the circumstances under which they can be held liable for actions of others. By doing so, it intends to offer greater protections to those managing or owning property, particularly in scrutinizing their responsibilities concerning criminal activities occurring on-site. This could lead to less financial risk for property and business owners but may diminish avenues for victims seeking recourse. This change may ultimately impact local law enforcement practices and community expectations for property owner accountability.

Summary

House Bill 1033 introduces significant changes to civil procedure in Indiana concerning causes of action related to public nuisances and criminal acts on private property. Specifically, the bill prohibits individuals from filing lawsuits against property owners, business owners, or third-party operators for criminal acts committed by others on their premises. This reflects a move towards limiting liability for property owners, which could have implications for how communities confront issues of crime and public safety related to private property.

Contention

Critics of the bill argue that it undermines community safety measures and the ability for affected parties to seek justice in cases where their harm is linked to negligence or other failures by property owners to maintain a safe environment. Proponents, however, contend that the bill enforces necessary boundaries on legal responsibility and prevents unjust litigation against individuals uninvolved in the criminal activity itself. The debate raises essential questions regarding the balance between protecting property rights and upholding community obligations to ensure public safety.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

IN SB0181

Cause of action concerning restraint of trade.

IN HB1089

Recovery in nuisance actions.

IN SB0288

Damages in wrongful death actions.

IN SB0251

Cause of action for business damages.

IN HB1318

Corrections and clarifications.

IN HB1554

Consumer data protection.

IN HB1172

Paternity actions.

IN SB0005

Consumer data protection.

IN HB1340

Department of child services matters.

IN HB1117

Second amendment protection.

Similar Bills

No similar bills found.