An occupant of real property has color of title within the meaning of this chapter if the occupant:

1. (1) can show a connected title in law or equity, derived from the records of any public office; or

2. (2) holds the property by purchase or descent from a person claiming title derived from public records or by a properly recorded deed.

   [Pre-2002 Recodification Citation: 32-15-3-8.]

As added by P.L.2-2002, SEC.15.