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IC 16-20-1-24: Epidemic control; powers
Where this section sits in the code
- TITLE 16. HEALTH
- ARTICLE 20. LOCAL HEALTH DEPARTMENTS
- Chapter 1. Powers and Duties of Local Health Departments
Sec. 24. (a) Local health officers may order schools closed and forbid public gatherings when considered necessary to prevent and stop epidemics.
(b) A local health officer may order a religious organization closed only if the order complies with IC 10-14-3-12.5 through IC 10-14-3-12.7.
(c) An individual who takes action under this section shall comply with state laws and rules.
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