Bill Title: Strangulation elements and definition. Adds to the current strangulation statute a new element concerning application of pressure to a victim's torso. Defines "torso" for purposes of the statute. Makes the crime of strangulation a Level 5 felony if it is knowingly committed against a pregnant woman.

Spectrum: Partisan Bill (Republican 2-0)

Status: (Introduced - Dead) 2016-01-11 - First reading: referred to Committee on Courts and Criminal Code [HB1216 Detail]

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Bill Drafts

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Introduced	2016-01-11	PDF	Link	View

Amendments

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No bill amendments currently on file for Indiana HB1216

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