Indiana statute
Ind. Code § 35-45-11-2 — Abuse of corpse
Current through 2026 Regular Session
Part of Chapter 11: Abuse of a Corpse, Indiana Code.
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Full text of Ind. Code § 35-45-11-2
Statutory text current through the 2026 Regular Session. This publication reproduces the official statutory text; it is not the official statutes of the State of Indiana.
Sec. 2. A person who knowingly or intentionally: (1) mutilates a corpse; (2) has sexual intercourse or other sexual conduct (as defined in IC 35-31.5-2-221.5 ) with the corpse; or (3) opens a casket with the intent to commit an act described in subdivision (1) or (2); commits abuse of a corpse, a Level 6 felony.
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Is abuse of corpse a felony or a misdemeanor in Indiana?
Abuse of corpse is a Level 6 Felony in Indiana under Ind. Code § 35-45-11-2.
Which Indiana statute covers abuse of corpse?
Abuse of corpse is governed by Ind. Code § 35-45-11-2 (Abuse of corpse).
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