Indiana legal term
criminal organization in Indiana Criminal Law
Current through 2026 Indiana legislative session
In Indiana criminal law, “criminal organization” is a term defined by statute rather than by its everyday meaning. Its statutory definition — quoted verbatim below — controls how the term is applied throughout the Indiana criminal code.
What does “criminal organization” mean in Indiana criminal law?
"criminal organization" means a formal or informal group with at least three (3) members that specifically: (1) either: (A) promotes, sponsors, or assists in; (B) participates in; or (C) has as one (1) of its goals; or (2) requires as a condition of membership or continued membership; the commission of a felony, an act that would be a felony if committed by an adult, or a battery offense included in IC 35-42-2 . (Ind. Code § 35-45-9-1)
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