Indiana Code 34-24-3-3. Action for punitive damages
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Sec. 3. It is not a defense to an action for punitive damages that the defendant is subject to criminal prosecution for the act or omission that gave rise to the civil action. However, a person may not recover both:
(2) the amounts provided for under section 1 or 1.5 of this chapter.
(1) punitive damages; and
Terms Used In Indiana Code 34-24-3-3
- Damages: Money paid by defendants to successful plaintiffs in civil cases to compensate the plaintiffs for their injuries.
- Defendant: In a civil suit, the person complained against; in a criminal case, the person accused of the crime.
[Pre-1998 Recodification Citation: 34-4-30-2.]
As added by P.L.1-1998, SEC.19. Amended by P.L.146-2007, SEC.17.