Indiana Code 35-45-4-3. Making an unlawful proposition
(1) for having engaged in, or on the understanding that the other person will engage in, sexual intercourse or other sexual conduct (as defined in IC 35-31.5-2-221.5) with the person or with any other person; or
Attorney's Note
Under the Indiana Code, punishments for crimes depend on the classification. In the case of this section:| Class | Prison | Fine |
|---|---|---|
| Level 6 felony | between 6 mos. and 2 1/2 years | up to $10,000 |
| Class A misdemeanor | up to 1 year | up to $5,000 |
Terms Used In Indiana Code 35-45-4-3
- Property: includes personal and real property. See Indiana Code 1-1-4-5
commits making an unlawful proposition, a Class A misdemeanor. However, the offense is a Level 6 felony if the person has two (2) prior convictions under this section.
(b) It is not a defense to a prosecution under this section that the:
(1) victim consented to engage in prostitution; or
(2) intended victim of the offense is a law enforcement officer.
As added by Acts 1976, P.L.148, SEC.5. Amended by Acts 1977, P.L.340, SEC.78; Acts 1979, P.L.301, SEC.2; P.L.310-1983, SEC.4; P.L.158-2013, SEC.527; P.L.48-2017, SEC.2; P.L.144-2018, SEC.31; P.L.215-2018(ss), SEC.17.