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Ind. Code § 35-46-3-9.5 — Promoting an animal fighting contest
Current through 2026 Regular Session
Part of Chapter 3: Offenses Relating to Animals, Indiana Code.
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Full text of Ind. Code § 35-46-3-9.5
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. 9.5. A person who knowingly or intentionally: (1) possesses animal fighting paraphernalia with the intent to commit a violation of section 9 of this chapter; and (2) possesses, harbors, or trains a dog, cock, fowl, or bird bearing: (A) a scar; (B) a wound; or (C) an injury; consistent with participation in or training for an animal fighting contest; commits promoting an animal fighting contest, a Level 6 felony.
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Is promoting an animal fighting contest a felony or a misdemeanor in Indiana?
Promoting an animal fighting contest is a Level 6 Felony in Indiana under Ind. Code § 35-46-3-9.5.
Which Indiana statute covers promoting an animal fighting contest?
Promoting an animal fighting contest is governed by Ind. Code § 35-46-3-9.5 (Promoting an animal fighting contest).
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