Indiana statute
Ind. Code § 35-42-3.5-1.1 — Promotion of human sexual trafficking
Current through 2026 Regular Session
Part of Chapter 3.5: Human and Sexual Trafficking, Indiana Code.
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Full text of Ind. Code § 35-42-3.5-1.1
Statutory text current through the 2026 Regular Session. This publication reproduces the official statutory text; it is not the official statutes of the State of Indiana.
Sec. 1.1. A person who knowingly or intentionally uses force, threat of force, coercion, or fraud to recruit, entice, harbor, or transport an individual with the intent of causing the individual to: (1) marry another person; (2) engage in prostitution; or (3) participate in sexual conduct; commits promotion of human sexual trafficking, a Level 4 felony.
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Is promotion of human sexual trafficking a felony or a misdemeanor in Indiana?
Promotion of human sexual trafficking is a Level 4 Felony in Indiana under Ind. Code § 35-42-3.5-1.1.
Which Indiana statute covers promotion of human sexual trafficking?
Promotion of human sexual trafficking is governed by Ind. Code § 35-42-3.5-1.1 (Promotion of human sexual trafficking).
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