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    {
      "id": "learn_r257_indiana_prostitution_statute_every_section_indiana_257_c1",
      "category": "Safety",
      "title": "Indiana: anchor (article level): official code location",
      "summary": "ANCHOR (partial): Indiana's official code is published by the Indiana General Assembly at iga.in.gov; in the official Indiana Code 2026 Title 35 (Criminal Law and Procedure) PDF, prostitution offences sit in Article 45 'OFFENSES AGAINST PUBLIC HEALTH, ORDER, AND DECENCY' (chapter IC 35-45-4). The chapter's own index heading could not be read on the official site (see not_found), so the chapter name is not anchored.",
      "body": "ANCHOR (partial): Indiana's official code is published by the Indiana General Assembly at iga.in.gov; in the official Indiana Code 2026 Title 35 (Criminal Law and Procedure) PDF, prostitution offences sit in Article 45 'OFFENSES AGAINST PUBLIC HEALTH, ORDER, AND DECENCY' (chapter IC 35-45-4). The chapter's own index heading could not be read on the official site (see not_found), so the chapter name is not anchored.\n\nWhat Indiana General Assembly (Indiana Code 2026, Title 35 PDF) actually says:\n\n“Art. 44.2. OFFENSES AGAINST STATE PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION Art. 45. OFFENSES AGAINST PUBLIC HEALTH, ORDER, AND DECENCY”\n\nNote: Claude session research 2026-10-23 (web search + fetch of the official page); quote re-checked by the verify gate",
      "source_type": "official",
      "source_link": "https://iga.in.gov/ic/2026/Title_35.pdf",
      "last_verified": "2026-10-23",
      "reliability": "STRONG PRACTICE",
      "source_tier": "A",
      "source_publisher": "Indiana General Assembly (Indiana Code 2026, Title 35 PDF)",
      "evidence_quote": "Art. 44.2. OFFENSES AGAINST STATE PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION Art. 45. OFFENSES AGAINST PUBLIC HEALTH, ORDER, AND DECENCY",
      "volatility": "low",
      "from_batch": "257-indiana-prostitution-statute-every-section",
      "subject": "Indiana",
      "topic": "anchor (article level): official code location",
      "applies_to_country": "US",
      "applies_to_scope": "IN",
      "tags": {
        "lane": "any",
        "stage": "any",
        "region": [
          "us-in"
        ],
        "platform": "any",
        "topic": [
          "unclassified"
        ],
        "explicitness": "any"
      }
    },
    {
      "id": "learn_r257_indiana_prostitution_statute_every_section_indiana_257_c2",
      "category": "Safety",
      "title": "Indiana: IC 35-31.5-2-216: section numbers for prostitution and unlawful proposition",
      "summary": "IC 35-31.5-2-216 (official definitions article) identifies Prostitution as IC 35-45-4-2 and 'Making an unlawful proposition' as IC 35-45-4-3, confirming Indiana's payer-side offence is titled 'making an unlawful proposition'.",
      "body": "IC 35-31.5-2-216 (official definitions article) identifies Prostitution as IC 35-45-4-2 and 'Making an unlawful proposition' as IC 35-45-4-3, confirming Indiana's payer-side offence is titled 'making an unlawful proposition'.\n\nWhat Indiana General Assembly (Indiana Code 2026, Title 35 PDF) actually says:\n\n“\"Offense relating to a criminal sexual act\" means the following: (1) Rape (IC 35-42-4-1). (2) Criminal deviate conduct (IC 35-42-4-2) (repealed). (3) Child molesting (IC 35-42-4-3). (4) Child seduction (IC 35-42-4-7). (5) Prostitution (IC 35-45-4-2). (6) Making an unlawful proposition (IC 35-45-4-3).”\n\nNote: Claude session research 2026-10-23 (web search + fetch of the official page); quote re-checked by the verify gate",
      "source_type": "official",
      "source_link": "https://iga.in.gov/ic/2026/Title_35.pdf",
      "last_verified": "2026-10-23",
      "reliability": "STRONG PRACTICE",
      "source_tier": "A",
      "source_publisher": "Indiana General Assembly (Indiana Code 2026, Title 35 PDF)",
      "evidence_quote": "\"Offense relating to a criminal sexual act\" means the following: (1) Rape (IC 35-42-4-1). (2) Criminal deviate conduct (IC 35-42-4-2) (repealed). (3) Child molesting (IC 35-42-4-3). (4) Child seduction (IC 35-42-4-7). (5) Prostitution (IC 35-45-4-2). (6) Making an unlawful proposition (IC 35-45-4-3).",
      "volatility": "low",
      "from_batch": "257-indiana-prostitution-statute-every-section",
      "subject": "Indiana",
      "topic": "IC 35-31.5-2-216: section numbers for prostitution and unlawful proposition",
      "applies_to_country": "US",
      "applies_to_scope": "IN",
      "tags": {
        "lane": "any",
        "stage": "any",
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          "us-in"
        ],
        "platform": "any",
        "topic": [
          "unclassified"
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      }
    },
    {
      "id": "learn_r257_indiana_prostitution_statute_every_section_indiana_257_c3",
      "category": "Safety",
      "title": "Indiana: IC 35-31.5-2-178.5 juvenile prostitution definition",
      "summary": "IC 35-31.5-2-178.5 defines 'juvenile prostitution' by reference to IC 35-45-4-2(a), showing the prostitution offence is in subsection (a) of IC 35-45-4-2.",
      "body": "IC 35-31.5-2-178.5 defines 'juvenile prostitution' by reference to IC 35-45-4-2(a), showing the prostitution offence is in subsection (a) of IC 35-45-4-2.\n\nWhat Indiana General Assembly (Indiana Code 2026, Title 35 PDF) actually says:\n\n“Sec. 178.5. \"Juvenile prostitution\" means an act by a person less than eighteen (18) years of age that would be a crime described in IC 35-45-4-2(a) if committed by an individual at least eighteen (18) years of age.”\n\nNote: Claude session research 2026-10-23 (web search + fetch of the official page); quote re-checked by the verify gate",
      "source_type": "official",
      "source_link": "https://iga.in.gov/ic/2026/Title_35.pdf",
      "last_verified": "2026-10-23",
      "reliability": "STRONG PRACTICE",
      "source_tier": "A",
      "source_publisher": "Indiana General Assembly (Indiana Code 2026, Title 35 PDF)",
      "evidence_quote": "Sec. 178.5. \"Juvenile prostitution\" means an act by a person less than eighteen (18) years of age that would be a crime described in IC 35-45-4-2(a) if committed by an individual at least eighteen (18) years of age.",
      "volatility": "low",
      "from_batch": "257-indiana-prostitution-statute-every-section",
      "subject": "Indiana",
      "topic": "IC 35-31.5-2-178.5 juvenile prostitution definition",
      "applies_to_country": "US",
      "applies_to_scope": "IN",
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        "stage": "any",
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        ],
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        "topic": [
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        "explicitness": "any"
      }
    },
    {
      "id": "learn_r257_indiana_prostitution_statute_every_section_indiana_257_q1",
      "category": "Safety",
      "title": "Indiana: could_not_verify: IC 35-45-4 chapter heading and every section's text",
      "summary": "IC 35-45-4 is a chapter heading and section text related to Indiana laws.",
      "body": "IC 35-45-4 is a chapter heading and section text related to Indiana laws.\n\nWhat Indiana (official) actually says:\n\n“Visit Indiana | Indiana Destination Development Corporation Your browser is not supported for this experience. We recommend using Chrome, Firefox, Edge, or Safari. Skip navigation Skip to main content Search Newsletter Tripbuilder Shop Explore Indiana's Regions Northwest North Central Northeast Wabash Valley West-Central Central East Central South Central Southwest Southeast South Menu Close Search Newsletter Tripbuilder Shop Explore Indiana's Regions Northwest North Central Northeast Wabash Valley West-Central Central East Central South Central Southwest Southeast South IN Indiana About INsider's Guide Partners Contact Us Brochures Media / Press Resources Tour Indiana Contests Discounts Campaigns Resources Other Sites PetedyeGolfTrail.com FilmIndiana.com HoosiersByChoice.com IN.gov Find Your Perfect Fall Getaway Autumn takes the stage. Colorful landscapes, festive celebrations, and scenic getaways offer something exciting around every turn. Come explore and see why Indiana is the perfect place for an unforgettable fall adventure. Capture Perfect Moments in Indiana Book Your Stay at Indiana's Largest Festival Discover 10 days of fall fun at the Parke County Covered Bridge Festival. Explore 31 historic covered bridges, authentic arts and crafts, fantastic food, and beautiful foliage throughout Parke County. Plan Your Visit Visit Indiana! Planning a trip? Then you should come to the home of Hoosier hospitality. While Indiana is famous for Basketball and Motor Sports, there is so much more to discover than you ever could have imagined. From the deep caves in Southern Indiana to the rolling Indiana Dunes in Northern Indiana, Indiana is a diverse state full of natural and man-made marvels. Whether you love the outdoors, the arts, food, drinks, or history, Indiana has something for you. And if you need more information, then you are in luck. Visit Indiana is your one-stop shop for information about travel and tourism in Indiana. With over 70 partners from around the state that contribute to this site, Visit Indiana provides all the information - from events  to attractions to restaurants  to hotels - you'll ever need to plan a great trip to Indiana. With easy and innovative tools to help you plan a trip, Visit Indiana will help make your next visit painless and fulfilling. Get Your IN Indiana Merch! Order some IN Indiana swag today! Shop Now! Order Brochures Today Locals' guide for things to do from all over the Hoosier State! Order Today! The Basketball Experience Immerse yourself in the legacy of Indiana basketball. Make a fast break today Military Monuments Museums Delve into Indiana's rich military heritage. Deploy into history Check Out Golf IN Indiana Check out these 17 Golf destinations IN Indiana and their reviews. Watch Golf Course Reviews Find your Place IN Indiana Things to Do Events Eat Road Trips INsider's Guide Newsletter Shop Order Brochures Picture Yourself IN Indiana! Follow @visitindiana To See the Beauty IN Indiana Indiana Destination Development Corporation 143 W. Market Street, Suite 700 Indianapolis, IN 46204 #visitindiana #INIndiana Connect With Indiana IN Indiana About INsider's Guide Partners Contact Us Brochures Media / Press Resources Tour Indiana Contests Discounts Campaigns Resources Indiana Destination Development Corporation 143 W. Market Street, Suite 700 Indianapolis, IN 46204 IN Indiana About INsider's Guide Partners Contact Us Brochures Media / Press Resources Tour Indiana Contests Discounts Campaigns Resources #visitindiana #INIndiana Connect With Indiana © 2026 Indiana Destination Development Corporation. All Rights Reserved. Contact Us Sitemap Privacy Policy Contests About Resources”\n\nNote: Quinn (local boss on MCG): full page read, quote checked word-for-word on the page by the program",
      "source_type": "official",
      "source_link": "https://visitindiana.in.gov/",
      "last_verified": "2026-10-24",
      "reliability": "STRONG PRACTICE",
      "source_tier": "A",
      "source_publisher": "Indiana (official)",
      "evidence_quote": "Visit Indiana | Indiana Destination Development Corporation Your browser is not supported for this experience. We recommend using Chrome, Firefox, Edge, or Safari. Skip navigation Skip to main content Search Newsletter Tripbuilder Shop Explore Indiana's Regions Northwest North Central Northeast Wabash Valley West-Central Central East Central South Central Southwest Southeast South Menu Close Search Newsletter Tripbuilder Shop Explore Indiana's Regions Northwest North Central Northeast Wabash Valley West-Central Central East Central South Central Southwest Southeast South IN Indiana About INsider's Guide Partners Contact Us Brochures Media / Press Resources Tour Indiana Contests Discounts Campaigns Resources Other Sites PetedyeGolfTrail.com FilmIndiana.com HoosiersByChoice.com IN.gov Find Your Perfect Fall Getaway Autumn takes the stage. Colorful landscapes, festive celebrations, and scenic getaways offer something exciting around every turn. Come explore and see why Indiana is the perfect place for an unforgettable fall adventure. Capture Perfect Moments in Indiana Book Your Stay at Indiana's Largest Festival Discover 10 days of fall fun at the Parke County Covered Bridge Festival. Explore 31 historic covered bridges, authentic arts and crafts, fantastic food, and beautiful foliage throughout Parke County. Plan Your Visit Visit Indiana! Planning a trip? Then you should come to the home of Hoosier hospitality. While Indiana is famous for Basketball and Motor Sports, there is so much more to discover than you ever could have imagined. From the deep caves in Southern Indiana to the rolling Indiana Dunes in Northern Indiana, Indiana is a diverse state full of natural and man-made marvels. Whether you love the outdoors, the arts, food, drinks, or history, Indiana has something for you. And if you need more information, then you are in luck. Visit Indiana is your one-stop shop for information about travel and tourism in Indiana. With over 70 partners from around the state that contribute to this site, Visit Indiana provides all the information - from events  to attractions to restaurants  to hotels - you'll ever need to plan a great trip to Indiana. With easy and innovative tools to help you plan a trip, Visit Indiana will help make your next visit painless and fulfilling. Get Your IN Indiana Merch! Order some IN Indiana swag today! Shop Now! Order Brochures Today Locals' guide for things to do from all over the Hoosier State! Order Today! The Basketball Experience Immerse yourself in the legacy of Indiana basketball. Make a fast break today Military Monuments Museums Delve into Indiana's rich military heritage. Deploy into history Check Out Golf IN Indiana Check out these 17 Golf destinations IN Indiana and their reviews. Watch Golf Course Reviews Find your Place IN Indiana Things to Do Events Eat Road Trips INsider's Guide Newsletter Shop Order Brochures Picture Yourself IN Indiana! Follow @visitindiana To See the Beauty IN Indiana Indiana Destination Development Corporation 143 W. Market Street, Suite 700 Indianapolis, IN 46204 #visitindiana #INIndiana Connect With Indiana IN Indiana About INsider's Guide Partners Contact Us Brochures Media / Press Resources Tour Indiana Contests Discounts Campaigns Resources Indiana Destination Development Corporation 143 W. Market Street, Suite 700 Indianapolis, IN 46204 IN Indiana About INsider's Guide Partners Contact Us Brochures Media / Press Resources Tour Indiana Contests Discounts Campaigns Resources #visitindiana #INIndiana Connect With Indiana © 2026 Indiana Destination Development Corporation. All Rights Reserved. Contact Us Sitemap Privacy Policy Contests About Resources",
      "volatility": "low",
      "from_batch": "257-indiana-prostitution-statute-every-section",
      "subject": "Indiana",
      "topic": "could_not_verify: IC 35-45-4 chapter heading and every section's text",
      "applies_to_country": "US",
      "applies_to_scope": "Indiana",
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      }
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    {
      "id": "learn_r257_indiana_prostitution_statute_every_section_indiana_257_q2",
      "category": "Safety",
      "title": "Indiana: could_not_verify: IC 35-45-4 chapter heading and every section's text",
      "summary": "IC 35-45-4 chapter heading and every section's text are available on the IN.gov website.",
      "body": "IC 35-45-4 chapter heading and every section's text are available on the IN.gov website.\n\nWhat Indiana (official) actually says:\n\n“Indiana Code Indiana Administrative Code”\n\nNote: Quinn (local boss on MCG): full page read, quote checked word-for-word on the page by the program",
      "source_type": "official",
      "source_link": "https://www.in.gov/core/index.html",
      "last_verified": "2026-10-24",
      "reliability": "STRONG PRACTICE",
      "source_tier": "A",
      "source_publisher": "Indiana (official)",
      "evidence_quote": "Indiana Code Indiana Administrative Code",
      "volatility": "low",
      "from_batch": "257-indiana-prostitution-statute-every-section",
      "subject": "Indiana",
      "topic": "could_not_verify: IC 35-45-4 chapter heading and every section's text",
      "applies_to_country": "US",
      "applies_to_scope": "Indiana",
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}