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principal residence in Indiana Criminal Law

Current through 2026 Indiana legislative session

In Indiana criminal law, “principal residence” 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 “principal residence” mean in Indiana criminal law?

"principal residence" means the residence where a sex or violent offender spends the most time. (Ind. Code § 11-8-8-3)

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Related terms in the same statutes

This reference is informational and is not legal advice.