Indiana statute
Ind. Code § 35-45-18-2 — Combative fighting
Current through 2026 Regular Session
Part of Chapter 18: Combative Fighting, Indiana Code.
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Full text of Ind. Code § 35-45-18-2
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. 2. A person who knowingly or intentionally participates in combative fighting commits unlawful combative fighting, a Class C infraction. However, the violation is a Class C misdemeanor if the person has a prior unrelated adjudication or conviction for a violation of this section within the previous five (5) years.
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Is combative fighting a felony or a misdemeanor in Indiana?
It depends on the circumstances: combative fighting ranges from a Class C Infraction to a Class C Misdemeanor in Indiana under Ind. Code § 35-45-18-2.
Unlawful combative fighting (first offense): Class C Infraction (Ind. Code § 35-45-18-2) · Unlawful combative fighting (repeat offense): Class C Misdemeanor (Ind. Code § 35-45-18-2)
Which Indiana statute covers combative fighting?
Combative fighting is governed by Ind. Code § 35-45-18-2 (Combative fighting).
This reference is informational and is not legal advice.