Indiana § 35-35-3-2 - Felony charge; duties of prosecuting attorney
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§ 35-35-3-2. Felony charge; duties of prosecuting attorney
Sec. 2. (a) In making a recommendation on a felony charge, a prosecuting attorney must:
(1) inform the victim that he has entered into discussions with defense counsel or the court concerning a recommendation;
(2) inform the victim of the contents of the recommendation before it is filed; and
(3) notify the victim that the victim is entitled to be present and may address the court (in person or in writing) when the court considers the recommendation.
(b) A court may consider a recommendation on a felony charge only if the prosecuting attorney has complied with this section.
As added by Acts 1981, P.L.298, SEC.4. Amended by P.L.126-1985, SEC.2.
Source: official Indiana text · Last verified 2026-08-27
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