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Ind. Code § 35-49-3-2 — Obscene performance
Current through 2026 Regular Session
Part of Chapter 3: Crimes, Indiana Code.
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Full text of Ind. Code § 35-49-3-2
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 engages in, participates in, manages, produces, sponsors, presents, exhibits, photographs, films, or videotapes any obscene performance commits a Class A misdemeanor. However, the offense is a Level 6 felony if the obscene performance depicts or describes sexual conduct involving any person who is or appears to be under eighteen (18) years of age.
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Is obscene performance a felony or a misdemeanor in Indiana?
It depends on the circumstances: obscene performance ranges from a Class A Misdemeanor to a Level 6 Felony in Indiana under Ind. Code § 35-49-3-2.
Obscene performance (general): Class A Misdemeanor (Ind. Code § 35-49-3-2) · Obscene performance depicting a minor: Level 6 Felony (Ind. Code § 35-49-3-2)
Which Indiana statute covers obscene performance?
Obscene performance is governed by Ind. Code § 35-49-3-2 (Obscene performance).
This reference is informational and is not legal advice.