Sec. 3. (a) The commissioner shall:
(1) notify the alleged violator in writing that the commissioner believes a violation may exist; and
(2) offer the alleged violator an opportunity to enter into an agreed order providing for:
(A) the actions required to correct the violation; and
(B) if appropriate, the payment of a civil penalty.
(b) The commissioner is not required to extend the offer under subsection (a)(2) for more than sixty (60) days.
(c) An alleged violator may enter into an agreed order without admitting that the violation occurred.
(d) A notification under this section does not constitute a notice of violation for purposes of IC 14-34-3-3(20).
(e) If an agreed order is not entered into, the commissioner may proceed under section 4 of this chapter to issue a notice and order.
[Pre-1996 Recodification Citation: 13-7-11-2(b).]
As added by P.L.1-1996, SEC.20.
Structure Indiana Code
Article 30. Enforcement and Legal Actions
Chapter 3. Investigation of Violations; Administrative Proceedings and Orders
13-30-3-1. Investigations; Initiation
13-30-3-5. Order; Effective Date; Review
13-30-3-6. Order; Approval Based on Agreement Before Final Order
13-30-3-7. Final Order; Judicial Review
13-30-3-8. Private Actions Permitted; Conditions
13-30-3-9. Hearings; Complainant's Burden
13-30-3-10. Orders; Determinations
13-30-3-11. Orders of Commissioner