Indiana Statutes

§ 35-37-1-1 — Venire called; number of jurors

Indiana § 35-37-1-1
JurisdictionIndiana
Art. 37TRIAL PROCEDURE
Ch. 1Jury Selection

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Ind. Code § 35-37-1-1 (2026).

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(a)The jury venire called by a court may be used in civil or criminal cases.
(b)If a defendant is charged with:
(1)murder or a Level 1, Level 2, Level 3, Level 4, or Level 5 felony, the jury shall consist of twelve (12) qualified jurors unless the defendant and prosecuting attorney agree to a lesser number; or
(2)any other crime, the jury shall consist of six (6) qualified jurors. As added by Acts 1981, P.L.298, SEC.6. Amended by P.L.158-2013, SEC.391.

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