Indiana legal term
Adequate shelter in Indiana Criminal Law
Current through 2026 Indiana legislative session
In Indiana criminal law, “Adequate shelter” is a term defined by statute rather than by its everyday meaning. Its statutory definition — quoted verbatim below — controls how the term is applied throughout the Indiana criminal code.
What does “Adequate shelter” mean in Indiana criminal law?
"Adequate shelter" means a covered enclosure sufficient to: (A) protect an animal from the elements; and (B) prevent suffering or injury to an animal; based on the climate and the animal's species, age, and health. (Ind. Code § 35-46-3-0.5)
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