Indiana legal term
Scientific purposes in Indiana Criminal Law
Current through 2026 Indiana legislative session
In Indiana criminal law, “Scientific purposes” 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 “Scientific purposes” mean in Indiana criminal law?
"Scientific purposes" means exploration and research conducted by persons affiliated with recognized scientific organizations with the intent to advance knowledge and to publish the results of the exploration or research in an appropriate medium. (Ind. Code § 35-43-1-2)
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