Sec. 139.5. “Forensic medical exam”, for purposes of IC 16-21-8, means the following:

(1) Appropriate procedures for acquiring evidence that may be used in a criminal proceeding against a person charged with a sex crime.

Terms Used In Indiana Code 16-18-2-139.5

  • Evidence: Information presented in testimony or in documents that is used to persuade the fact finder (judge or jury) to decide the case for one side or the other.
(2) Suturing and care of wounds that stem directly from the sex crime, including anesthesia and prescribed medication.

As added by P.L.121-2006, SEC.21.