Indiana Eviction Notice Templates

An Indiana eviction notice informs a tenant that they are not in compliance with the lease terms. It describes the violation and provides a specific timeframe to resolve it. Failure to comply may result in the landlord filing an eviction lawsuit.

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Last updated January 26th, 2026

An Indiana eviction notice informs a tenant that they are not in compliance with the lease terms. It describes the violation and provides a specific timeframe to resolve it. Failure to comply may result in the landlord filing an eviction lawsuit.

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Pay or Quit – Used when rent has not been paid. It warns that eviction may follow if unpaid.

Cure or Quit – Sent for lease violations that can be corrected. It outlines what must change.

Termination of Month-to-Month Tenancy (30-Day Notice) – Ends a monthly rental with proper notice. No violation is needed.

Notice to Quit for Illegal Activity – Issued for criminal behavior tied to the property. Often requires the tenant to leave.

Eviction Laws

Indiana law does not provide a general rent grace period, so rent is due as agreed in the lease unless otherwise stated.

  • Rent Grace Period: No statutorily defined grace period.
  • Non-Payment of Rent: 10-day notice.[1]
  • Emergency Possession (Causing Waste): No notice required.[2]
  • Termination of Month-to-Month Tenancy: 30-day notice.[3]

When a tenant is committing waste—such as damaging or destroying the property—the landlord may immediately seek possession without providing notice.

Prohibited Landlord Actions

  • Utility Shutoff – A landlord may not interrupt a tenant’s electricity, gas, water, or other essential services except in cases of emergency, good-faith repairs, or necessary construction.[4]
  • Changing the Locks – A landlord may not deny or interfere with a tenant’s access to their dwelling by changing locks or adding devices intended to exclude the tenant.[5]

Violating these rules can result in legal liability and dismissal of the eviction action.

 

How to Evict a Tenant in Indiana (Step-by-Step)

Step 1: Provide the Required Notice

Before filing in court, the landlord must give the tenant notice when required:

  • 10-Day Notice to Quit – Non-payment of rent
  • 30-Day Notice – Month-to-month tenancy

If the tenant is causing waste, the landlord may proceed without notice.

Step 2: File a Complaint With the Local Court

If the tenant does not comply, the landlord may file a Small Claims Complaint with the local court where the property is located. Filing fees vary by county, including:

  • Clark County: $87 for electronic filing, $97 for paper filing.[6]
  • Lake County: $97, plus $10 for each additional defendant.[7]
  • Allen County: $87, plus $10 for each additional defendant.[8]

Step 3: Attend the Hearing and Obtain Possession

The tenant must be served with the complaint and summons and appear on the court date set by the clerk. If the tenant fails to appear or the landlord prevails, the court will issue an order granting possession of the property to the landlord.

 

Court Forms & Resources

Sources

  1. IC 32-31-1-6
  2. IC 32-31-6-3
  3. IC 32-31-1-1
  4. IC 32-31-5-6(c)(3)
  5. IC 32-31-5-6(c)(1)
  6. Clark County Filing Fees & Cost Information
  7. Lake County Superior Court County Division Room 2 – Small Claims
  8. Allen County Clerk – 2024 Court Costs and Fees by Case Type