Cal. Civ. Code § 32-31-12-8
Wrongful removal from property; civil cause of action
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Sec. 8. (a) For purposes of this section, a person is wrongfully removed from property under this chapter if the affiant knowingly makes a materially false statement on an affidavit described in section 3 of this chapter. (b) A person wrongfully removed from property under this chapter may bring a civil cause of action against the affiant.
Indiana Code § 32-31-12-8 establishes a civil remedy for individuals who are removed from a property based on an affidavit containing a knowingly false material statement. Under this provision, the person who signed the affidavit—not the property owner generally—is the party exposed to civil liability. The rule creates a private right of action, meaning the wrongfully removed person can sue the affiant directly in civil court without needing a government agency to act first.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under Ind. Code § 32-31-12-8, anyone who signs an affidavit under the summary removal process described in this chapter takes on personal legal exposure if that affidavit contains a knowingly false material statement. Property owners and managers who use the affidavit-based removal procedure generally ensure that every factual claim in the affidavit is accurate and verifiable before signing. Because the civil cause of action runs against the affiant personally, the individual who signs—not just the business entity—may face liability.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Ind. Code § 32-31-12-8 gives a person who was removed from property through a knowingly false affidavit the right to bring a civil lawsuit directly against the person who signed that affidavit. If you believe you were wrongfully removed under these circumstances, this provision provides a private legal avenue to seek relief in civil court. Tenant-rights organizations and legal aid offices can help explain what this cause of action may involve and what documentation could be relevant to pursuing it.
General guidance for tenants — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult a tenant-rights organization or attorney for advice on your case.
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