Sec. 8. A child commits a delinquent act if, before becoming eighteen (18) years of age, the child:

(1) intentionally flees from lawful detention (as defined in IC 35-31.5-2-186) where the child has been placed;

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Terms Used In Indiana Code 31-37-2-8

  • Allegation: something that someone says happened.
(2) knowingly or intentionally violates a home detention order imposed on the child;

(3) intentionally removes, disables, or interferes with the operation of an electronic monitoring device or GPS tracking device that the child is required to wear; or

(4) knowingly or intentionally fails to return to lawful detention following temporary leave granted for a specified purpose or limited period;

due to an allegation or adjudication that the child committed an act described in this chapter.

As added by P.L.84-2022, SEC.3.