Definitions
Ind. Code § 31-37-26-2
in effectSec. 2. The following definitions apply throughout this chapter:
(1) "Competent" and "competency" mean the present ability of a child to:
(A) understand the nature and objectives of a proceeding against the child; and
(B) assist in the child's defense.
(2) "State institution" has the meaning set forth in IC 12-7-2.1-318.
As added by P.L.157-2021, SEC.3. Amended by P.L.145-2026, SEC.216.
Source: Open US Law by Vaquill AI (CC BY 4.0)URL: https://iga.in.gov/laws/2026/ic/titles/31Fetched: 10/17/2026