IN HB1335

Amends Indiana Code to clarify that "public officer" includes individuals holding elected or appointed offices in the state or any political subdivision, effective July 1, 2015.

Public officers convicted of felonies during their term are automatically removed from office upon jury verdict, bench trial verdict, or guilty/nolo contendere plea, and forfeit all salary and remuneration from the date of removal.

Subsequent reduction of a felony conviction to a Class A misdemeanor does not affect the automatic removal or salary forfeiture provisions.

Removed public officers may be reinstated and receive back pay if their conviction is reversed, vacated, set aside, or not accepted by the trial court, provided their term has not expired.

Courts must file certified copies of sentencing orders or reinstatement orders with the appropriate official to notify of office vacancies or reinstatements, following procedures under Indiana Code sections 5-8-6 and 3-13.