Sec. 2.7. As a condition of probation or parole after conviction for a sex offense (as defined in IC 11-8-8-5.2), the court shall prohibit the convicted person from using a social networking web site or an instant messaging or chat room program to communicate with a child less than sixteen (16) years of age. However, the court may permit the offender to communicate using a social networking web site or an instant messaging or chat room program with:
(1) the offender's own child, stepchild, or sibling; or
(2) another relative of the offender specifically named in the court's order.
As added by P.L.247-2013, SEC.4. Amended by P.L.5-2022, SEC.3.
Structure Indiana Code
Title 35. Criminal Law and Procedure
Article 38. Proceedings Following Dismissal, Verdict, or Finding
35-38-2-0.2. Application of Certain Statutes to Individuals Placed on Probation After June 30, 2003
35-38-2-1.5. Increased Probation User's Fee
35-38-2-1.8. New Probation Hearings Allowed at Any Time; Modification of Conditions; Deadlines
35-38-2-2.1. Conditions of Probation; Payment of Alcohol and Drug Countermeasures Fee
35-38-2-2.4. Conditions of Probation for Sex Offenders
35-38-2-2.5. Residency Requirements for Certain Offenders
35-38-2-2.6. Conditions of Probation or Parole for Persons Convicted of Stalking
35-38-2-2.7. Prohibition on Use of Social Media, Instant Messaging, or Chat Rooms
35-38-2-2.9. Court Must Inform Offenders Against Children of Statutory Residency Restrictions