Indiana Late Fee Laws
no statutory percentage capIndiana has no statutory percentage cap on late fees (16 of 51 US jurisdictions cap them), but fees must still be reasonable — courts can strike down excessive charges. The FAQ below covers any other statutory limits that apply.
Educational information: generated from our Indiana law database (last updated 2024-01-01). Not legal advice.
How Indiana compares
16 of 51 US jurisdictions cap late fees by statute (as a percentage, dollar amount, or formula); the rest rely on reasonableness standards or set no limit. Here is how Indiana compares with other states in our database.
Frequently asked questions
- Is there a limit on late fees in Indiana?
- Indiana sets no fixed percentage cap, but late fees must be reasonable and can be challenged if punitive. No statutory limit on late fees, but must be reasonable. 10-day notice to pay or quit required for nonpayment.
- Is there a grace period before late fees in Indiana?
- Indiana has no statutory grace period; any grace period comes from your lease.
- Can I dispute an excessive late fee in Indiana?
- Yes. Fees that are disproportionate to the landlord's actual costs can be challenged as unreasonable penalties.
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