SB0143

Statute of limitations.

Introduced·1/5/26
Intr Text

Indiana SB0143 amends the statute of limitations for various offenses, including extending the time for prosecution of certain felonies and sex.

Indiana SB0143 modifies the statute of limitations for various criminal offenses. It allows prosecution for Level 3 felony rape and child molesting offenses at any time. For other offenses, it sets specific time frames for prosecution, such as within five years for certain felonies and within ten years for rape as a Class B felony. The bill also provides exceptions and conditions under which the statute of limitations can be extended, such as when new evidence emerges or a confession is made.

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Where it stands

Current
Corrections & Criminal Law Committee
Next
Committee decision

Sponsors

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History

Jan 5

Senate

Authored by Senators Alexander, Freeman

Jan 5

Senate

First reading: referred to Committee on Corrections and Criminal Law