SB0156

Dating app aggravator.

Introduced·1/5/26
Intr Text

Adds using a dating app to meet a victim as an aggravating circumstance for sentencing sex offenses.

The bill amends the Indiana Code to include using an online platform designed for dating to meet a victim as an aggravating circumstance for sentencing sex offenses. This change will take effect on July 1, 2026. The court may consider this factor when determining the appropriate sentence for a sex offense committed through a dating app.

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Where it stands

Current
Corrections & Criminal Law Committee
Next
Committee decision

Sponsors

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

History

Jan 5

Senate

Authored by Senator Bohacek

Jan 5

Senate

First reading: referred to Committee on Corrections and Criminal Law