Policy Database
Local Policy
St. Joseph County,
Indiana
Incorporating state law liability protections for donors of food
St. Joseph County, Ind., Code §§ 117.10 (D), (E)
Last Visited 5/13/26
Policy Summary
Incorporates state law protections from liability for donors of food. Encourages food donation when the food is still safe to eat but warns that sometimes food can go bad.
State
Indiana
Jurisdiction Name
St. Joseph County
Jurisdiction Type
county
Population Size
200k-800k
Legal Strategies
- Creates an exemption
- Expressly allows something
Food System Topics
- Markets & Distribution
- Gleaning & Food Waste Recovery
