Indiana legal term
public safety officer in Indiana Criminal Law
Current through 2026 Indiana legislative session
In Indiana criminal law, “public safety officer” 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 “public safety officer” mean in Indiana criminal law?
"public safety officer" means: (1) a law enforcement officer; (2) a correctional officer; (3) a state university police officer; (4) a firefighter; (5) an emergency medical technician; or (6) a paramedic. (Ind. Code § 35-45-19-2)
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