Bill > SB0141

This bill establishes comprehensive guidelines for eyewitness identification procedures in Indiana, effective July 1, 2025. The legislation defines several key terms, including "eyewitness" (a person who might identify someone in a criminal proceeding), "facial recognition technology" (a computer application using biometric algorithms to analyze facial features), and "lineup" (which includes photo lineups). The bill mandates specific protocols for conducting lineups, requiring that only one suspect be included, with at least five fillers who resemble the suspect, and ensuring that the suspect does not unduly stand out. Before a lineup, investigators must instruct witnesses that the perpetrator may not be present, they are not required to make an identification, and the investigation will continue regardless of identification. The bill also addresses in-person witness identifications, recommending video recording when possible. Additionally, the legislation places restrictions on using facial recognition technology, stipulating that it cannot be the sole basis for identifying a suspect, and provides that failure to follow these procedures can be used to support claims of misidentification in legal proceedings.

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https://iga.in.gov/legislative/2025/bills/senate/141/details