Cal. Civ. Code § 22-9.5-2-1
Applicability of definitions
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Sec. 1. The definitions in this chapter apply throughout this article.
Indiana Code § 22-9.5-2-1 is a definitional scope provision establishing that the terms defined within Chapter 2 of Article 9.5 carry their stated meanings wherever they appear throughout the entire article. This type of provision ensures consistent interpretation of key terms across all sections of the fair housing law. It does not itself create rights or obligations but sets the interpretive framework for the substantive rules that follow.
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Property owners and managers operating in Indiana should be aware that under Ind. Code § 22-9.5-2-1, the definitions established in Chapter 2 govern the meaning of terms used throughout Article 9.5, which covers fair housing. Compliant operators generally familiarize themselves with those defined terms to ensure their policies and practices align with the meanings the statute assigns. Understanding these definitions is a foundational step in interpreting any substantive obligation or prohibition found elsewhere in the article.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Ind. Code § 22-9.5-2-1 establishes that defined terms in Chapter 2 apply uniformly across Indiana's fair housing article, which means the rights and protections described throughout Article 9.5 are interpreted using those consistent definitions. Tenants who believe a housing-related right under Article 9.5 has been violated may find it useful to consult the definitions chapter to understand the scope of the terms involved. Tenant-rights organizations and legal aid offices can help explain how these definitions interact with the substantive protections available under Indiana's fair housing law.
General guidance for tenants — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult a tenant-rights organization or attorney for advice on your case.
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