Indiana Constitution ARTICLE 6.
Here is a summary of Article 6 – Administrative of the Indiana Constitution:
Indiana Constitution – Article 6: Administrative
Overview:
Article 6 establishes the framework for county and township government, including the election and duties of local administrative officers.
Key Sections:
Section 1 – County Officers
Lists elected county officers: Clerk, Auditor, Recorder, Treasurer, Sheriff, Coroner, and Surveyor.
These officers are elected by county voters and serve terms defined by law.
Section 2 – Removal from Office
County officers may be removed from office for reasons specified by law, such as incompetency, neglect of duty, or misconduct.
Section 3 – Term of Office
Officers generally serve four-year terms.
Section 4 – Township Organization
The General Assembly may provide for township organization within counties, giving them powers and responsibilities as prescribed by law.
Section 5 – Vacancies
Procedures for filling vacancies in county or township offices are determined by the legislature.
Section 6 – County Business
County business is conducted by boards whose duties and powers are established by law (typically County Commissioners and County Councils).
Section 7 – Compensation
Compensation of county officers is determined by law and cannot be changed during a term of office.
Summary:
Article 6 focuses on the structure and functioning of county and township governments.
It outlines the election, term, powers, and removal of key local administrative officials.
The Indiana legislature has flexibility in shaping local government through additional statutes.
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