HB1123

Police investigations relating to prostitution.

Introduced·1/5/26
Intr Text

Indiana HB1123 prohibits law enforcement agencies from using public funds for officers to engage in sexual acts during prostitution investigations.

Indiana HB1123 amends the state's criminal law to prohibit law enforcement agencies from authorizing the use of public funds for officers to engage in sexual acts during investigations of prostitution, making an unlawful proposition, or promoting prostitution. The bill also classifies such actions by officers as unlawful sexual conduct, a Level 5 felony. Exceptions are made for investigations of human and sexual trafficking. Effective July 1, 2026, this law aims to prevent misuse of public resources and protect the integrity of law enforcement operations.

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Where it stands

Current
Courts and Criminal Code Committee
Next
Committee decision

Sponsors

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

History

Jan 5

House

Authored by Representative Bartlett

Jan 5

House

First reading: referred to Committee on Courts and Criminal Code