Indiana legal term
Incendiary in Indiana Criminal Law
Current through 2026 Indiana legislative session
In Indiana criminal law, “Incendiary” 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 “Incendiary” mean in Indiana criminal law?
"Incendiary" means a flammable liquid or compound with a flash point not greater than one hundred fifty (150) degrees Fahrenheit, as determined by a Tagliabue or an equivalent closed cup device, including gasoline, kerosene, fuel oil, or a derivative of these substances. (Ind. Code § 35-47.5-2-9)
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