Legal Question in Criminal Law in Indiana
Cruel and unusual punishment
If an inmate made direct contact with a jailer in a restraining manner, while intoxicated , can they be charged with a felony battery charge?
Asked on 4/07/09, 8:53 pm
1 Answer from Attorneys
Jay Rigdon
Rockhill Pinnick LLP
Re: Cruel and unusual punishment
I don't fully understand this question, but voluntary intoxication is not a defense to battery, so yes,a charge could be filed.
Answered on 4/08/09, 12:37 pm
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