Indiana Code Title 31. Family Law and Juvenile Law § 31-27-4-1

Sec. 1. (a) Except as provided in subsection (d), a person may not operate a foster family home without a license issued under this article.

(b) The state or a political subdivision of the state may not operate a foster family home without a license issued under this article.

(c) A person may not operate a foster family home if:

(d) A person may operate a foster family home without a license issued under this article if the person is a relative of the child for whom the person is providing supervision and care.