1. (a) As used in this section, "residential eviction diversion program" refers to any:

   1. (1) preeviction diversion program;
   2. (2) landlord-tenant settlement conference; or

   3. (3) similar program affecting residential evictions or the possession of residential rental property;

      that is offered or operated in Indiana on a statewide or local basis, regardless of when the program is first offered or operated in Indiana.

2. (b) A residential eviction diversion program may not be offered or operated unless participation in the program is voluntary for all parties.
3. (c) A person that offers or operates a residential eviction diversion program in violation of subsection (b) shall immediately cease to offer the program to new participants.

As added by P.L.164-2022, SEC.2.