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.