Section 35-42-2-9 - Strangulation(a) This section does not apply to a medical procedure.(b) As used in this section, "torso" means any part of the upper body from the collarbone to the hips.(c) A person who, in a rude, angry, or insolent manner, knowingly or intentionally: (1) applies pressure to the throat or neck of another person;(2) obstructs the nose or mouth of the another person; or(3) applies pressure to the torso of another person; in a manner that impedes the normal breathing or the blood circulation of the other person commits strangulation, a Level 6 felony.
(d) However, the offense under subsection (c) is a Level 5 felony if: (1) the offense is committed by a person: (A) against a pregnant woman; and(B) who knew the victim was pregnant at the time of the offense; or(2) the person has a prior unrelated conviction under this section.Amended by P.L. 142-2020,SEC. 65, eff. 7/1/2020.Amended by P.L. 40-2019,SEC. 9, eff. 7/1/2019.Amended by P.L. 252-2017,SEC. 11, eff. 7/1/2017.Amended by P.L. 158-2013, SEC. 432, eff. 7/1/2014.As added by P.L. 129-2006, SEC.2.