Sec. 5. The person owning or possessing lands on both sides of any stream where a ferry is proposed to be established shall have the exclusive right of a license for a ferry at such place; and when the opposite banks are owned by different persons, the right to the ferry shall be mutual; but if the owner does not apply, the board shall grant a license to any person applying for the same; except where either of the landings is not on a public highway, the consent of the owner of the ground shall first be had in writing.
Formerly: Acts 1881(ss), c.52, s.5.
Structure Indiana Code
Title 8. Utilities and Transportation
Article 2. Regulation of Carriers Generally
Chapter 15. Ferries ─ Licensing by Counties
8-2-15-1. License; Application; Duration
8-2-15-2. License; Publication of Intention to Establish
8-2-15-3. License; Fee; Operating Interstate Ferry
8-2-15-4. Recognizance; Licensee
8-2-15-5. Mutual Rights; Landowners on Both Sides of Stream
8-2-15-6. Temporary Permit to Operate During High Water
8-2-15-7. License; Recordation Fee
8-2-15-8. Number of Boats; Hours for Operation
8-2-15-9. Banks of River or Creek
8-2-15-10. Rates and Charges; Appeal
8-2-15-12. Landings; Obstruction