SB0177

Return of firearm to rightful owner.

Introduced·1/5/26
Intr Text

Indiana SB0177 prohibits waiving firearm return requirements in plea agreements.

Indiana SB0177 amends the Indiana Code to ensure that individuals cannot waive certain requirements for the return of a firearm to its rightful owner as part of a plea agreement. The bill specifies that any such waiver is invalid and unenforceable, as it goes against public policy. This change will take effect on July 1, 2026.

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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 Tomes

Jan 5

Senate

First reading: referred to Committee on Corrections and Criminal Law