Indiana § 31-21-3-4 - Party to a child custody proceeding not subject to other proceedings in Indiana

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§ 31-21-3-4. Party to a child custody proceeding not subject to other proceedings in Indiana

Sec. 4. A party to a child custody proceeding, including a modification proceeding, or a petitioner or respondent in a proceeding to enforce or register a child custody determination, is not subject to personal jurisdiction in Indiana for another proceeding or purpose solely by reason of having participated, or of having been physically present for the purpose of participating, in the proceeding.

As added by P.L.138-2007, SEC.45.

Source: official Indiana text · Last verified 2026-08-27

Frequently Asked Questions About Indiana § 31-21-3-4

What does Indiana Code § 31-21-3-4 cover?

Section 31-21-3-4 ("Party to a child custody proceeding not subject to other proceedings in Indiana") is part of the Indiana Code, the codified statutory law of Indiana. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.

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