Indiana legal term
custodian in Indiana Criminal Law
Current through 2026 Indiana legislative session
In Indiana criminal law, “custodian” 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 “custodian” mean in Indiana criminal law?
"custodian" means any person who resides with a child and is responsible for the child's welfare. (Ind. Code § 35-42-4-7)
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