Bill > HB1091

This bill amends Indiana's sexual battery statute to create an enhanced penalty when sexual battery is committed against a law enforcement officer while the officer is performing their official duties. Specifically, the bill modifies the existing law by adding a fourth circumstance (in addition to three existing scenarios) that would elevate sexual battery from a Level 6 felony to a more serious Level 4 felony. The new provision applies specifically when the sexual battery offense is committed against a law enforcement officer as defined in Indiana Code 35-31.5-2-185, and occurs while the officer is engaged in their official responsibilities. By creating this specific enhancement, the bill aims to provide additional legal protection for law enforcement officers and recognize the vulnerable position they may be in while performing their duties. The bill is set to take effect on July 1, 2025, and represents a targeted modification to existing criminal sexual conduct statutes to address a specific circumstance involving sexual battery against a law enforcement professional.

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https://iga.in.gov/legislative/2025/bills/house/1091/details