Indiana Code 35-46-1-21. Unauthorized adoption advertising
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Sec. 21. (a) As used in this section, “advertisement” means any communication by any medium within the borders of Indiana, including print advertisements, digital advertisements, radio, television, and outdoor advertising signs.
For details, see Ind. Code § 35-50-2-7
(1) a child is offered or wanted for adoption; or
(b) Except as provided in subsection (d), only a person that is an attorney licensed to practice law in Indiana or a child placing agency licensed under the laws of Indiana may place an advertisement that:
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 |
Terms Used In Indiana Code 35-46-1-21
- Attorney: includes a counselor or other person authorized to appear and represent a party in an action or special proceeding. See Indiana Code 1-1-4-5
(2) the person is able to place, locate, or receive a child for adoption.
(c) A person who knowingly or intentionally violates subsection (b) commits unauthorized adoption advertising, a Level 6 felony.
(d) Subsection (b) may not be enforced against:
(1) a federal agency;
(2) the Indiana department of child services; or
(3) an Indiana resident seeking to adopt a child on the resident’s own behalf.
As added by P.L.146-2007, SEC.20. Amended by P.L.21-2010, SEC.10; P.L.113-2017, SEC.17; P.L.163-2019, SEC.1.