SE.A. 155, P.L. 153 Effective: July 1, 2022 Modifies the definition of "protected person" for purposes of the admission of a statement or videotape of an individual who is less than 14 years of age at the time of the offense but less than 18 years of age at the time of trial.Provides that a person who knowingly or intentionally: (1) pays, or offers or agrees to pay, money or … [Read more...] about Human trafficking
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Firearms matters
H.E.A. 1296, P.L. 175 Effective: July 1, 2022 Repeals the law that requires a person to obtain a license to carry a handgun in Indiana.Specifies that certain persons who are not otherwise prohibited from carrying or possessing a handgun are not required to obtain or possess a license or permit from the state to carry a handgun in Indiana.Prohibits certain individuals from … [Read more...] about Firearms matters
Tobacco and vaping smoking age
S.E.A. 1, P.L. 49 Effective: July 1, 2020 Prohibits a person who is less than 21 years of age from buying or possessing: (1) tobacco; (2) e-liquids; or (3) electronic cigarettes. Makes conforming changes regarding enforcement provisions, sales certificates, prohibition of delivery sales, and notices posted at retail establishments and at vending machines. Provides that a retail … [Read more...] about Tobacco and vaping smoking age
Interfering with public safety
The Senate Corrections and Criminal Code Committee heard HB 1032 concerning Interfering with public safety sponsored by Sens. Rogers, Crider, Koch and Randolph. Sen. Rogers presented the bill which renames the offense of “interfering with law enforcement” to “interfering with public safety” and adds that a person commits this offense if they enter a marked off area after being denied … [Read more...] about Interfering with public safety
Anatomical gifts and individuals with disabilities
S.E.A. 112, P.L. 2 Effective: July 1, 2019 Prohibits certain health care entities from discriminating against potential transplant recipients solely on the basis of disability, and authorizes an individual to seek injunctive relief against an entity believed to be in violation of the law. Defines "covered entity". Defines "qualified recipient". Prohibits a state employee health … [Read more...] about Anatomical gifts and individuals with disabilities