States / Indiana / HB 1258

HB 1258 Failed

Crimes of violence.

Introduced
In Committee
Floor
Crossed Over
Passed
Enacted

Revises and consolidates the definition of "crime of violence". Amends the definition of violent offender to mean a person who is convicted of an offense or attempted offense that is a crime of violence or a person who is charged with an offense or attempted offense that is a crime of violence. Amends the definition of "violent arrestee" to mean a person arrested for or charged with a crime of violence that is a Level 1 felony, Level 2 felony, Level 3 felony, Level 4 felony, or a Level 5 felony.

Removes provisions concerning repeat violent arrestees. Amends the definition of "violent criminal" to mean a person convicted of a crime of violence. Adds: (1) dangerous possession of a firearm with two priors; and (2) unlawful carrying of a handgun with two priors; to the crimes of violence list.

Makes a technical correction and conforming changes.

Chamber
House
Introduced
Jan 5, 2026
Last action
Feb 19, 2026 — Amendment #6 (Taylor G) failed; voice vote
Session
2026
Momentum
5 · Stalled