Bill > HB1613

This bill amends two sections of Indiana law to expand the definition of "criminal history information" and modify confidentiality rules for juvenile records. Specifically, the bill adds criminal charges of sex offenses to the definition of criminal history information, which means that records of sex offense charges in Indiana will now be included in criminal history information maintained by court clerks. Additionally, the bill creates a new exception to juvenile records confidentiality, allowing records to be disclosed for cases involving juveniles who are charged with or adjudicated for delinquent acts that would be considered sex offenses if committed by an adult. These changes will take effect on July 1, 2025, and aim to provide more comprehensive access to criminal and juvenile records related to sex offenses. The bill uses specific legal definitions from other Indiana Code sections, such as IC 11-8-8-5.2, to define what constitutes a sex offense.

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https://iga.in.gov/legislative/2025/bills/house/1613/details