Indiana Code 5-33-3-2. Body corporate and politic; accounting compliance
(1) a public body corporate and politic; and
Terms Used In Indiana Code 5-33-3-2
- Corporation: A legal entity owned by the holders of shares of stock that have been issued, and that can own, receive, and transfer property, and carry on business in its own name.
(b) The corporation is separate from the state. However, the exercise by the corporation of its powers is an essential governmental function.
(c) The board may engage an independent certified public accounting firm to conduct an examination of:
(1) the corporation and the corporation’s funds, accounts, and financial affairs; and
(2) a nonprofit subsidiary corporation established under IC 5-33-5-14.
The examination must comply with the uniform compliance guidelines, directives, and standards established by the state board of accounts. If an independent certified public accounting firm conducts an examination, the corporation shall submit a copy of the examination report to the state board of accounts not later than the next date on which the corporation is required to file its financial reports under IC 5-11-1-4.
As added by P.L.78-2019, SEC.5. Amended by P.L.68-2023, SEC.2.