Index
Indiana Defense Against Unlawful Entry by Public Servants
Summary
A person is justified in using reasonable force against a public servant if the person reasonably believes the public servant is acting unlawfully or it is necessary to prevent an unlawful entry into the person's home.
Rights & Rules
- 01.You have the right to defend your home even against government employees if they are entering illegally.
- 02.You may use force to stop what you reasonably believe is an unlawful arrest or attachment of property.
- 03.Deadly force is only permitted against a public servant if you reasonably believe they are about to cause death or serious injury.
Penalties
- 01.Resisting law enforcement charges if the officer's entry is later determined to be legal.
- 02.Battery on a public safety official if the force used is deemed unreasonable.
- 03.Enhanced sentencing for causing injury to a law enforcement officer.
Verified Citations
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