Sec. 1. The inheritance tax imposed as a result of a decedent's death is a lien on the property transferred by the decedent. Except as otherwise provided in IC 6-4.1-6-6(b), the inheritance tax accrues and the lien attaches at the time of the decedent's death. The lien terminates when the inheritance tax is paid, when IC 6-4.1-4-0.5 provides for the termination of the lien, or ten (10) years after the date of the decedent's death, whichever occurs first. In addition to the lien, the transferee of the property and any personal representative or trustee who has possession of or control over the property are personally liable for the inheritance tax.
As added by Acts 1976, P.L.18, SEC.1. Amended by P.L.252-2001, SEC.5; P.L.182-2009(ss), SEC.231.
Structure Indiana Code
Chapter 8. Inheritance Tax Lien and Limitations on the Transfer of Decedent's Property
6-4.1-8-1. Attachment and Termination of Lien; Persons Liable for Inheritance Tax
6-4.1-8-2. Transfers Prohibited Until Tax Paid; Limited Transfers
6-4.1-8-3. Sale of Property to Pay Decedent's Debts
6-4.1-8-4. Personal Property; Consent to Transfer
6-4.1-8-4.6. Checking Account; Notice of Transfer of Funds to Person Other Than Surviving Spouse
6-4.1-8-7. Violations of Ic 6-4.1-8-4 or Ic 6-4.1-8-5; Penalties