An employee of the commission may do any of the following:

1. (1) Investigate an alleged violation of this article.
2. (2) Arrest an alleged violator of this article.
3. (3) Enter upon the premises where a charitable gaming activity is being conducted for the performance of the employee's lawful duties.
4. (4) Take necessary equipment from the premises for further investigation.
5. (5) Obtain full access to all financial records of the entity upon request.
6. (6) If there is a reason to believe that a violation has occurred, search and inspect the premises where the violation is alleged to have occurred or is occurring. A search under this subdivision may not be conducted unless a warrant has first been obtained by the executive director. A contract entered into by the executive director may not include a provision allowing for warrantless searches. A warrant may be obtained in the county where the search will be conducted or in Marion County.
7. (7) Seize or take possession of any items associated with the charitable gaming activities related to an alleged violation of this article or commission regulations.

As added by P.L.58-2019, SEC.4.