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Panel approves tougher penalties for resisting in vehicle, adds "moderate bodily injury" enhancement
Summary
The committee passed amended legislation that raises the felony level for resisting law enforcement when a vehicle is used and adds a ‘moderate bodily injury’ enhancement. Amendments were approved by roll call and the committee advanced the amended bill by 7-1.
The Senate Corrections and Criminal Law Committee voted 7-1 to advance an amended bill that raises penalties for resisting law enforcement in specified circumstances.
Representative Sean Quayle presented the bill and said it builds on prior reforms to Indiana’s criminal code. The committee adopted two floor amendments during the hearing. Amendment 3, described by the sponsor as aligning…
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