Sec. 2. Upon request of a victim, a criminal court shall notify the victim of a modification of the terms of probation or a forensic diversion program of a person convicted of a crime against the victim only if:

(1) the modification will substantially affect the person’s contact with or safety of the victim; or

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Terms Used In Indiana Code 35-40-8-2

  • Probation: A sentencing alternative to imprisonment in which the court releases convicted defendants under supervision as long as certain conditions are observed.
  • Restitution: The court-ordered payment of money by the defendant to the victim for damages caused by the criminal action.
(2) the modification affects the person’s restitution or confinement status.

As added by P.L.139-1999, SEC.1. Amended by P.L.85-2004, SEC.9.