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Ind. Code § 35-45-2-5

Interference with the reporting of a crime

Indiana · Indiana Code Title 35 — Criminal Law and Procedure · Status: effective

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Ind. Code § 35-45-2-5, Interference with the reporting of a crime, Indiana, version 1 as recorded 2026-09-28, yourstate.us, https://yourstate.us/provision/1680950
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Sec. 5. A person who, with the intent to commit, conceal, or aid in the commission of a crime, knowingly or intentionally interferes with or prevents an individual from: (1) using a 911 emergency telephone system; (2) obtaining medical assistance; or (3) making a report to a law enforcement officer; commits interference with the reporting of a crime, a Class A misdemeanor.