Indiana legal term
adoption services in Indiana Criminal Law
Current through 2026 Indiana legislative session
In Indiana criminal law, “adoption services” 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 “adoption services” mean in Indiana criminal law?
"adoption services" means at least one (1) of the following services that is provided for compensation, an item of value, or reimbursement, either directly or indirectly, and provided either before or after the services are rendered: (1) Arranging for the placement of a child. (Ind. Code § 35-46-1-22)
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