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IC 35-45-1-2 — Rioting

Chapter 1. Offenses Against Public Order

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Sec. 2. A person who, being a member of an unlawful assembly, recklessly, knowingly, or intentionally engages in tumultuous conduct commits rioting, a Class A misdemeanor. However, the offense is: (1) a Level 6 felony if it: (A) is committed while armed with a deadly weapon; (B) results in serious bodily injury; or (C) causes property damage of at least seven hundred fifty dollars ($750) and less than fifty thousand dollars ($50,000); and (2) a Level 5 felony if it: (A) results in catastrophic injury or death; or (B) causes property damage of at least fifty thousand dollars ($50,000).

As added by Acts 1976, P.L.148, SEC.5. Amended by Acts 1977, P.L.340, SEC.69; P.L.158-2013, SEC.521; P.L.94-2021, SEC.3.

Source: official publisher (2026 edition)