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IN SB0002

IN SB0002
Bail procedures.


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Introduced
01/08/2026
In Committee
02/12/2026
Crossed Over
01/23/2026
Passed
03/04/2026
Dead
Signed/Enacted/Adopted
03/04/2026

Introduced Session

2026 Regular Session

Bill Summary

Bail procedures. Provides that offenses other than murder are not bailable if the state proves: (1) by a preponderance of the evidence that the proof is evident or the presumption strong; and (2) by clear and convincing evidence that the arrestee is dangerous and that no conditions of release will reasonably protect the safety of other persons or the community. Establishes procedures for a bail hearing. Removes duplicative provisions concerning repeat violent arrestees. Permits a court to retain cash bail for the payment of certain costs without an indigency hearing if the defendant has executed an agreement permitting the court to retain the cash bail for these purposes.

AI Summary

This bill modifies Indiana's bail procedures by establishing stricter criteria for denying bail for offenses other than murder, requiring the state to prove by a preponderance of the evidence that the proof of guilt is strong and by clear and convincing evidence that the arrestee is dangerous and cannot be safely released under any conditions. It also introduces new procedures for bail hearings, clarifies when a court can retain cash bail for costs without an indigency hearing if the defendant agrees, and removes outdated provisions related to repeat violent offenders. The bill aims to ensure public safety while outlining specific legal standards and processes for bail determinations.

Committee Categories

Justice

Sponsors (4)

Last Action

Public Law 64 (on 03/04/2026)

Bill Topics

Law, Crime, and Family Issues
  • ‐ Court Administration
  • ‐ Criminal and Juvenile Delinquent Prosecution, Procedure, and Sentencing

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Document Type Source Location Created
State Bill Page https://iga.in.gov/legislative/2026/bills/senate/2/details 01/07/2026
Fiscal Note #1: House Enrolled https://iga.in.gov/pdf-documents/124/2026/senate/bills/SB0002/fiscal-notes/SB0002.06.ENRH.FN001.pdf 03/03/2026
BillText https://iga.in.gov/pdf-documents/124/2026/senate/bills/SB0002/SB0002.06.ENRH.pdf 02/25/2026
Fiscal Note #3: House Comm Sub https://iga.in.gov/pdf-documents/124/2026/senate/bills/SB0002/fiscal-notes/SB0002.05.COMH.FN003.pdf 02/17/2026
Fiscal Note #2: House Comm Sub https://iga.in.gov/pdf-documents/124/2026/senate/bills/SB0002/fiscal-notes/SB0002.05.COMH.FN002.pdf 02/16/2026
BillText https://iga.in.gov/pdf-documents/124/2026/senate/bills/SB0002/SB0002.05.COMH.pdf 02/12/2026
Fiscal Note #1: House Comm Sub https://iga.in.gov/pdf-documents/124/2026/senate/bills/SB0002/fiscal-notes/SB0002.05.COMH.FN001.pdf 02/12/2026
House Committee Report https://iga.in.gov/pdf-documents/124/2026/senate/bills/SB0002/committee-reports/SB0002.04.ENGS.CRH001.pdf 02/12/2026
Vote Sheet February 11, 2026 https://iga.in.gov/pdf-documents/124/2026/senate/bills/SB0002/votesheets/SB0002.04.ENGS.03.pdf 02/12/2026
House Courts and Criminal Code Amendment #3 https://iga.in.gov/pdf-documents/124/2026/senate/bills/SB0002/committee-amendments/amendments/SB0002.04.ENGS.AMH03.pdf 02/11/2026
House Courts and Criminal Code Amendment #4 https://iga.in.gov/pdf-documents/124/2026/senate/bills/SB0002/committee-amendments/amendments/SB0002.04.ENGS.AMH04.pdf 02/11/2026
House Courts and Criminal Code Amendment #3 https://iga.in.gov/pdf-documents/124/2026/senate/bills/SB0002/committee-amendments/drafts/AM000203.pdf 02/10/2026
House Courts and Criminal Code Amendment #4 https://iga.in.gov/pdf-documents/124/2026/senate/bills/SB0002/committee-amendments/drafts/AM000204.pdf 02/10/2026
House Courts and Criminal Code Amendment #5 https://iga.in.gov/pdf-documents/124/2026/senate/bills/SB0002/committee-amendments/drafts/AM000205.pdf 02/10/2026
BillText https://iga.in.gov/pdf-documents/124/2026/senate/bills/SB0002/SB0002.04.ENGS.pdf 01/22/2026
Fiscal Note #1: Senate Engrossed https://iga.in.gov/pdf-documents/124/2026/senate/bills/SB0002/fiscal-notes/SB0002.04.ENGS.FN001.pdf 01/22/2026
Fiscal Note #2: Senate Engrossed https://iga.in.gov/pdf-documents/124/2026/senate/bills/SB0002/fiscal-notes/SB0002.03.ENGS.FN002.pdf 01/20/2026
BillText https://iga.in.gov/pdf-documents/124/2026/senate/bills/SB0002/SB0002.03.ENGS.pdf 01/15/2026
Fiscal Note #1: Senate Engrossed https://iga.in.gov/pdf-documents/124/2026/senate/bills/SB0002/fiscal-notes/SB0002.03.ENGS.FN001.pdf 01/15/2026
Senate Amendment #1 https://iga.in.gov/pdf-documents/124/2026/senate/bills/SB0002/amendments/SB0002.02.COMS.AMS001.pdf 01/15/2026
Senate Amendment #2 https://iga.in.gov/pdf-documents/124/2026/senate/bills/SB0002/amendments/SB0002.02.COMS.AMS002.pdf 01/15/2026
BillText https://iga.in.gov/pdf-documents/124/2026/senate/bills/SB0002/SB0002.02.COMS.pdf 01/13/2026
Fiscal Note #1: Senate Comm Sub https://iga.in.gov/pdf-documents/124/2026/senate/bills/SB0002/fiscal-notes/SB0002.02.COMS.FN001.pdf 01/13/2026
Senate Corrections and Criminal Law Amendment #1 https://iga.in.gov/pdf-documents/124/2026/senate/bills/SB0002/committee-amendments/amendments/SB0002.01.INTR.AMS01.pdf 01/13/2026
Senate Corrections and Criminal Law Amendment #2 https://iga.in.gov/pdf-documents/124/2026/senate/bills/SB0002/committee-amendments/amendments/SB0002.01.INTR.AMS02.pdf 01/13/2026
Senate Committee Report https://iga.in.gov/pdf-documents/124/2026/senate/bills/SB0002/committee-reports/SB0002.01.INTR.CRS001.pdf 01/13/2026
Vote Sheet January 13, 2026 https://iga.in.gov/pdf-documents/124/2026/senate/bills/SB0002/votesheets/SB0002.01.INTR.11.pdf 01/13/2026
Senate Corrections and Criminal Law Amendment #1 https://iga.in.gov/pdf-documents/124/2026/senate/bills/SB0002/committee-amendments/drafts/AM000201.pdf 01/12/2026
Senate Corrections and Criminal Law Amendment #2 https://iga.in.gov/pdf-documents/124/2026/senate/bills/SB0002/committee-amendments/drafts/AM000202.pdf 01/12/2026
BillText https://iga.in.gov/pdf-documents/124/2026/senate/bills/SB0002/SB0002.01.INTR.pdf 01/07/2026
Fiscal Note #1: Introduced https://iga.in.gov/pdf-documents/124/2026/senate/bills/SB0002/fiscal-notes/SB0002.01.INTR.FN001.pdf 01/07/2026
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