Indiana Senate bill in Session 2026.
Status: enacted. Latest action: March 4, 2026.
Victim impact statements.
Requires a defendant to be present in the courtroom while a victim makes a statement concerning the crime and the sentence, unless the defendant presents a safety risk or causes a significant disruption. Provides that if a defendant fails to appear at sentencing and is later taken into custody, the court may hold a hearing to permit the victim to makes a statement concerning the crime and the sentence in the presence of the defendant.
| Date | Event | Detail |
|---|---|---|
| 2025-12-08 | Introduced | Bill introduced |
| 2026-03-04 | Status | enacted |
| 2026-03-04 | Latest Action | Public Law 66 |