Indiana Constitution ARTICLE 5.
Indiana Constitution – Article 5: Executive Department
This article defines the structure, powers, and responsibilities of the Executive Branch of Indiana's state government, particularly the offices of the Governor and Lieutenant Governor.
🔹 Summary of Key Sections in Article 5:
Section 1 – Executive Power
The executive power is vested in the Governor, elected by the people.
Section 2 – Term and Election of Governor and Lieutenant Governor
Governor and Lieutenant Governor serve four-year terms.
Elections occur every four years, and both run on a joint ticket.
Section 3 – Qualifications
Must be:
A U.S. citizen,
At least 30 years old,
A resident of Indiana for 5 years before the election.
Section 4 – Limitations on Terms
A person may not serve more than eight years in any 12-year period as Governor.
Section 5 – Commander-in-Chief
The Governor is Commander-in-Chief of the state’s military forces, except when they are in federal service.
Section 6 – Reprieves and Pardons
The Governor has the power to grant reprieves, commutations, and pardons, except in cases of impeachment.
Must report such actions to the General Assembly.
Section 7 – Filling Vacancies
The Governor fills vacancies in state offices unless otherwise provided by law.
Section 8 – Messages to General Assembly
The Governor must give information and recommend measures to the General Assembly.
Section 9 – Adjournment of General Assembly
In case of disagreement between the House and Senate on adjournment, the Governor may adjourn them.
Section 10 – Special Sessions
The Governor can convene the General Assembly on extraordinary occasions.
Section 11 – Execution of Laws
The Governor is responsible for ensuring that state laws are faithfully executed.
Section 12 – Lieutenant Governor's Role
The Lieutenant Governor is the President of the Senate and takes over the governorship if the Governor is unable to serve.
Section 13 – Succession
Provides for succession if both Governor and Lieutenant Governor offices are vacant.
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