- (a) The attorney general may bring an action in a county on behalf of the state or a political subdivision (as defined in IC 34-6-2.1-155 ) for injuries or damages sustained directly or indirectly as a result of a violation of this chapter.
- (b) An action brought under this section may be brought, without respect to the amount in controversy, in a circuit or superior court in a county in which the defendant resides or is engaged in business, or in which service may be obtained.
- (c) The plaintiff in an action brought under this section is entitled to recover a penalty of threefold the damages awarded in the action, plus reasonable costs and attorney's fees.
As added by P.L.135-2008, SEC.2. Amended by P.L.186-2025, SEC.127.