§ 31-33-22-1 Failure to make report
§ 31-33-22-2 Obtaining child abuse information under false pretenses; knowingly falsifying records or interfering with an investigation
§ 31-33-22-3 False reports; criminal and civil liability; notification of prosecuting attorney
§ 31-33-22-4 Failure to notify of name change
§ 31-33-22-5 Access by accused to false report
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Terms Used In Indiana Code > Title 31 > Article 33 > Chapter 22 - Offenses; Access to Unsubstantiated False Reports

  • 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
  • Complaint: A written statement by the plaintiff stating the wrongs allegedly committed by the defendant.
  • Conviction: A judgement of guilt against a criminal defendant.
  • Damages: Money paid by defendants to successful plaintiffs in civil cases to compensate the plaintiffs for their injuries.
  • 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.