Indiana legal term
Public court proceeding in Indiana Criminal Law
Current through 2026 Indiana legislative session
In Indiana criminal law, “Public court proceeding” 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 “Public court proceeding” mean in Indiana criminal law?
"Public court proceeding" means a hearing, an argument, or another matter scheduled by and held before a trial court. (Ind. Code § 35-40-4-7)
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