What is Indiana's law on indiana civil protection order act?

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Domestic Violence Laws in Indiana.

Indiana protection-order practice is governed primarily by I.C. § 34-26-5, which authorizes civil protection orders for victims of domestic violence, stalking, and sexual violence. Indiana criminal law provides parallel domestic-violence offenses, and Indiana firearm-possession restrictions follow many protection orders.

Last verified: 2026-04-17

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Key Indiana Statutes

Indiana Civil Protection Order ActI.C. §§ 34-26-5 et seq.

Indiana law authorizes ex parte and long-term civil protection orders for victims of domestic violence, stalking, and sexual violence, with stay-away and related protective provisions.

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Official Sources

Indiana General Assembly — Indiana Code Indiana Coalition Against Domestic Violence

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