Cal. Civ. Code § 32-31-5-2
Applicability of definitions
Operative Text
Sec. 2. Except as otherwise provided in this chapter, the definitions in IC 32-31-3 apply throughout this chapter.
Indiana Code § 32-31-5-2 establishes that the defined terms used in the security deposit chapter (IC 32-31-3) carry the same meanings throughout IC 32-31-5, unless a specific exception is stated within that chapter. This cross-referencing provision ensures consistent interpretation of key terms across related sections of Indiana landlord-tenant law. It functions as a structural rule that ties two chapters together rather than imposing any independent obligation on either party.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under Ind. Code § 32-31-5-2, property owners and managers operating under IC 32-31-5 should be aware that the definitions governing their obligations are drawn from IC 32-31-3 unless a specific exception applies within IC 32-31-5. Compliant operators generally familiarize themselves with those foundational definitions to ensure they are applying terms like 'landlord,' 'tenant,' and 'security deposit' consistently across both chapters. Understanding this cross-reference helps avoid misinterpretation of rights and duties that depend on how key terms are defined.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Ind. Code § 32-31-5-2 means that the definitions established in IC 32-31-3 also apply when reading the rights and protections found in IC 32-31-5, giving tenants a consistent framework for understanding what terms mean across Indiana's landlord-tenant statutes. If a dispute arises over the meaning of a term used in IC 32-31-5, this provision directs both parties and decision-makers back to the definitions in IC 32-31-3. Tenants who want to understand how specific terms apply to their situation may find it helpful to review those definitions or consult a tenant-rights organization familiar with Indiana law.
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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