Bill > HB1399

This bill creates a new state-level criminal offense in Indiana for illegal immigration, specifically targeting individuals who are unlawfully present in the United States under federal immigration law (8 U.S.C. 1182) and are physically present in Indiana. The bill defines an "alien" using the federal definition from 8 U.S.C. 1101(a) and classifies unlawful presence as a Class A misdemeanor, which typically carries potential penalties of up to one year in jail and/or a fine. The proposed law, set to take effect on July 1, 2025, includes an exemption for certain aliens described in 18 U.S.C. 922(y)(2), which likely refers to specific categories of individuals who are not subject to this criminal provision. By establishing this state-level offense, the bill aims to create a legal mechanism for local law enforcement to take action against individuals who are in the United States without legal authorization, complementing existing federal immigration enforcement efforts.

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https://iga.in.gov/legislative/2025/bills/house/1399/details