Plain English Breakdown
The official source material does not provide specific penalties for violations.
Law to Punish Sex with Minors
This bill makes it illegal for certain adults to have sexual contact with minors and adds this as a new crime in Indiana's laws.
What This Bill Does
- Adds the criminal offense of sex with a minor, which is committed when a person who is at least 24 years old engages in sexual intercourse or other sexual conduct, fondling, or touching with a child who is 16 years old.
- Also makes it illegal for people who are 25 years old or older to engage in sexual intercourse or other sexual conduct, fondling, or touching with children who are 16 or 17 years old.
Who It Names or Affects
- People aged 24 and over who might have sexual contact with minors under the age of 18.
- Minors (people under 18) who are involved in sexual activities with adults.
Terms To Know
- Sexual conduct
- Any kind of touching or activity that is meant to be sexual, like kissing, fondling, or having sex.
- Conforming amendments
- Changes made to other laws to make sure they work well with the new law about sex with minors.
Limits and Unknowns
- The bill does not specify what penalties will be imposed for violating this new rule.
- It is unclear how many people might be affected by these changes.