Indiana legal term
Dwelling in Indiana Criminal Law
Current through 2026 Indiana legislative session
In Indiana criminal law, “Dwelling” 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 “Dwelling” mean in Indiana criminal law?
"Dwelling" means a building, structure, or other enclosed space, permanent or temporary, movable or fixed, that is a person's home or place of lodging. (Ind. Code § 35-31.5-2-107)
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