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Ind. Code § 35-42-2-9: Ind. Code § 35-42-2-9
What this law says, in plain English
Strangulation occurs when a person rude, angry, or insolently applies pressure to another's throat, neck, or torso in a manner that impedes breathing or blood circulation. It is a Level 6 felony, or Level 5 felony if committed against a pregnant woman or by a repeat offender.
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