Don't Let Your Indiana Exhibits Get Rejected
Get the complete Indiana exhibit requirements checklist. Know exactly what Indiana Trial Rules 26, 34, 86, 87 requires before your filing deadline.
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Every year, Indiana courts reject exhibits for:
- Wrong marking convention
- Missing electronic bookmarks
- Non-compliant file formats
This guide prevents those mistakes.
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Note: This guide provides general information, not legal advice. Court rules change, and local variations exist. Always verify current requirements with the specific court where you are filing.
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- •Error-prone labeling
- •No batch processing
- •Hope you followed Indiana Trial Rules 26, 34, 86, 87
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About Indiana Exhibit Requirements
Indiana has STRICT page size requirements - documents MUST be EXACTLY 8.5" x 11" with no exceptions. Labels are placed in the LOWER RIGHT-HAND corner. IEFS (Indiana E-Filing System) via Odyssey is mandatory statewide. IMPORTANT: 2026 amendments (effective January 1, 2026) explicitly BAN general objections - all objections must be specific.
What's in the Guide
- STRICT: Page size EXACTLY 8.5" x 11" — other sizes rejected
- Labels in LOWER RIGHT corner only — specific placement required
- 2026: General objections BANNED — all objections must be specific
- IEFS via Odyssey mandatory — 25 MB limit per document
- Sequential numbering — all parties use same number sequence
- 300 dpi scan resolution — lower quality may be rejected
- Marion County (Indianapolis) rules — state capital, commercial court
- Lake County (Gary) requirements — Chicago suburban area courts
County-Specific Rules Covered
Marion County (Indianapolis)
- • Largest jurisdiction
- • Commercial court docket available
Lake County (Gary)
- • Northwest Indiana courts
- • Chicago suburban area
Pro Tips Included
- •CRITICAL: Page size must be EXACTLY 8.5" x 11" - no exceptions
- •Place labels in LOWER RIGHT-HAND corner only
- •2026 CHANGES: General objections are now BANNED - be specific
- •Scan at 300 dpi resolution
Common Mistakes to Avoid
- 1.Wrong page size (must be exactly 8.5" x 11")
- 2.Placing labels in wrong position (must be lower right)
- 3.Using general objections (banned effective January 1, 2026)
- 4.Password-protecting PDFs (not permitted)
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Indiana Exhibit FAQs
What exhibit marking system do Indiana courts require?
Indiana courts use sequential numbers (1, 2, 3...) for all exhibits under Indiana Trial Rules 26, 34, 86, and 87. Labels must be placed in the LOWER RIGHT corner only.
What are Indiana's strict page size requirements?
Indiana has STRICT page size requirements - all documents MUST be EXACTLY 8.5" x 11". Documents that do not meet this exact size may be rejected. Scans should be at 300 dpi resolution.
Is e-filing mandatory in Indiana courts?
Yes, Indiana uses IEFS (Indiana E-Filing System) via Odyssey, which is mandatory statewide. The file size limit is 25 MB per document.
What are the 2026 Indiana objection rule changes?
IMPORTANT: Effective January 1, 2026, Indiana amendments BAN general objections - all objections must be specific. This is a significant change from prior practice. Review your discovery responses to ensure compliance.
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