Indiana legal term
Offense relating to controlled substances in Indiana Criminal Law
Current through 2026 Indiana legislative session
In Indiana criminal law, “Offense relating to controlled substances” 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 “Offense relating to controlled substances” mean in Indiana criminal law?
"Offense relating to controlled substances" means the following: (1) Dealing in a controlled substance resulting in death ( IC 35-42-1-1.5 ). (Ind. Code § 35-31.5-2-217)
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