Sec. 14. (a) A person who plugs, abandons, replugs, or repairs a well under an order or authorization entered under this chapter:
(1) does not assume responsibility for future remedial action on the well; and
(2) is not liable for conditions subsequently arising with respect to the well.
(b) A person who remedies or attempts to remedy a condition under this chapter does not by that action admit liability for:
(1) the condition; or
(2) damages resulting from the condition.
[Pre-1995 Recodification Citation: 13-8-10-14.]
As added by P.L.1-1995, SEC.30.
Structure Indiana Code
Title 14. Natural and Cultural Resources
Chapter 8. Plugging and Abandonment
14-37-8-1. When Plugging and Abandonment Required; Violations
14-37-8-3. Sealing and Capping of Wells
14-37-8-4. Plugging a Well Immediately After Completion of Drilling Operations
14-37-8-4.2. Plugging of a Well
14-37-8-4.3. Emergency Plugging of a Well
14-37-8-4.4. Report of Well Plugging
14-37-8-7. Redrilling and Replugging of Hole
14-37-8-8. Delay or Deferral of Plugging and Abandonment of Well; Temporary Abandonment of Well
14-37-8-10. Hearing on Oil or Gas Well Leaks
14-37-8-11. Notice of Proceedings to Persons Responsible for Plugging and Abandoning Wells
14-37-8-12. Orders to Remedy Conditions Causing Environmental Harm
14-37-8-13. Authorization for Department or Person to Enter Land to Perform Remedial Action
14-37-8-15. Expenses of Remedial Action