Indiana Code Title 7.1. Alcohol and Tobacco § 7.1-3-24-7

(1) The court having probate jurisdiction finds that the surviving spouse or heir of the deceased permittee possesses the qualifications required of an applicant for that particular type of permit.

(2) The surviving spouse or heir who desires to carry on the business of the deceased permittee applies for and receives the written consent of the chairman.  A copy of the court's findings on the qualifications of the applicant must accompany the application for written consent.