Specific state laws as they apply to the state of Indiana
Last Updated: January 2026 | Verified against current state statutes Quick Answer: How Long Is a Murder Sentence? Murder sentences in the United States vary dramatically by state and the degree of murder charged. First-degree murder typically carries 25 years to life or the death penalty in 27 states. Second-degree murder ranges from 4 years … Read more
Last verified: January 2026. This guide reflects current Indiana law under IC 9-26-1-1.1 through IC 9-26-1-1.2. 📑 Table of Contents (click to expand) Quick Summary Penalties for Hit and Run Driver Duties After an Accident Property Damage Offenses Injury and Death Offenses DUI Hit and Run Indiana Crash Statistics Possible Defenses Frequently Asked Questions Related … Read more
Unlike some states that have enacted specific “teen sexting” statutes to reduce penalties for minors, Indiana generally prosecutes sexting involving minors under its serious child exploitation laws. Under Indiana Code § 35-42-4-4, possessing or distributing explicit images of a minor—even if you are a minor yourself—can be charged as “Child Exploitation,” which is a Level … Read more
A Summary of Indiana Whistleblower Laws Indiana follows the employment-at-will doctrine. Under this doctrine, employees can be discharged from work for any reason or no reason. However, Indiana has two exceptions to this doctrine that are used to protect employees. These include statutory protections and common law protections. Statutory protections are laws that are enacted … Read more
Last verified: February 2026 Key Points Primary Law: Motor Vehicle Protection Act (Indiana Code § 24-5-13) Coverage: New vehicles under 10,000 pounds gross weight used on public highways Presumption: 4+ repair attempts OR 30+ business days out of service within 18 months/18,000 miles Remedies: Full refund or comparable replacement vehicle at buyer’s choice Arbitration: Must … Read more
Last verified: February 2026 Indiana uses the Income Shares Model for child support calculations, ensuring children receive the same level of support they would have received if their parents remained together. This guide covers Indiana’s 2024 updated guidelines, including calculation methods, modification procedures, and enforcement actions. Quick Summary: Indiana Child Support Model Used: Income Shares … Read more
Statute of Limitations IN- Summary Indiana’s statute of limitations establishes a deadline before which civil cases – such as lawsuits – must be filed in the state. In relation to criminal charges, it also prevents prosecutors from charging an individual with a crime after a specified period of time has passed. The statutes of limitations … Read more
Indiana Recording Law Summary: Last Updated: January 2025 | Verified against current Indiana Code Quick Answer Indiana is a one-party consent state. You can legally record phone calls and conversations as long as you’re a party to the conversation or have consent from at least one participant. Indiana’s wiretapping law covers wire communications and provides … Read more
