IC 35-38-6-5 — Place of execution of death sentence

Bills amending this section

• HB 11192026Deadeffective July 1, 2026

  Execution methods.

• SB 112026In committeeeffective July 1, 2026

  Firing squad.

Section text

Sec. 5. The execution must take place inside the walls of the state prison in a room arranged for that purpose. The department of correction shall provide the necessary room and appliances to carry out the execution as provided in this chapter.

As added by P.L.311-1983, SEC.3. Amended by P.L.294-1995, SEC.2.

Source: official publisher (2026 edition)