Indiana 3-Day Eviction Notice Overview
Indiana Does Not Use 3-Day Notices
Indiana requires a 10 Days notice under IC 32-31-1-6. A 3-day notice is not valid in Indiana.
Indiana landlord-tenant law is found in IC 32-31, which governs residential rental agreements. The 10-day notice for non-payment is one of the longer notice periods among states, providing tenants more time to pay. Indiana also requires a specific cure or quit notice for lease violations. Most Indiana evictions for amounts under $10,000 are filed in Small Claims Court, which has simplified procedures.
10 Days
Notice period
$35-$97
Filing fee
IC
Governing law
3-5 Wks
Court process
Indiana's Actual Notice Period
Indiana requires a 10 days notice under IC 32-31-1-6. Using the wrong notice period is one of the most common grounds for dismissal in Small Claims Court.
10 Days Notice (IC 32-31-1-6)
The landlord must deliver a written notice giving the tenant the required time to pay rent or vacate. The notice must state the exact amount of past-due rent. If the tenant pays in full within the notice period, the notice is void and the tenancy continues.
Indiana Legal Requirements
- Written Notice: Must be in writing under Indiana law
- Rent Amount: State the exact dollar amount of past-due rent owed
- Notice Period: Allow 10 days for the tenant to pay or vacate
- Property Address: Include the complete rental property address
- Tenant Names: Include all tenants named on the lease agreement
- Proper Service: Use an approved service method under Indiana law
How to Serve an Eviction Notice in Indiana
Personal Delivery
Hand the notice directly to the tenant. Use a witness or process server to document delivery
Posting and Mailing
If personal delivery fails, post the notice on the door and mail a copy by certified or first-class mail
Wait the Full Notice Period
Allow the full 10 days to pass. The day of service does not count as day one
File in Small Claims Court
After the notice period expires without payment, file the eviction complaint with proof of service
Indiana Eviction Timeline
After the notice period expires, the landlord files in Small Claims Court. The court issues a summons and schedules a hearing, typically within 7 to 21 days. If the landlord prevails, the court enters a judgment for possession, and the sheriff or constable executes the writ.
Total timeline from initial notice to physical removal is typically 3-5 wks for uncontested cases. Contested cases with defenses, counterclaims, or appeals can add several weeks to the process.
Indiana Court Fees & Costs
| Fee / Cost | Typical Amount |
|---|---|
| Court Filing Fee | $35-$97 |
| Service of Process | $25 - $75 |
| Writ of Possession | $30 - $75 |
| Attorney Fees (if hired) | $500 - $2,500 |
Sample Indiana Eviction Notice
Below is a preview of a Indiana-compliant notice under IC 32-31-1-6.
10 DAYS NOTICE TO PAY RENT OR VACATE
STATE OF INDIANA
Pursuant to IC 32-31-1-6
TO TENANT(S):
Name: [Tenant Full Name]
PREMISES:
Address: [Address, City, IN ZIP]
RENT DUE:
$[Amount] for [Period]
INDIANA COMPLIANCE
This notice complies with IC 32-31-1-6 requiring a 10 Days notice period.