FailedFiled Jan 5, 2026
Sponsor: James Tomes (Republican)
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First reading: referred to Committee on Corrections and Criminal Law
Jan 5, 2026
Summary
SB 177 would add a new section to Indiana’s criminal code that bars defendants from giving up the right to have a seized firearm returned to its lawful owner as part of a plea bargain. Any attempt to waive that right would be considered invalid and unenforceable. The measure aims to protect owners’ property rights and ensure consistent handling of seized firearms.
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