Indiana
Legislation
Non-Consensual Intimate Imagery
EnactedExpands intimate image to include AI-generated/altered images. Covers creation AND distribution. Class A misdemeanor or Level 6 felony. Written consent required.
Election Deepfakes
EnactedTransparency requirements for synthetic media
Documented Incidents
Lebanon High School, Lebanon
SchoolFebruary 22, 2026
Multiple female students; at least one victim was 14–15 years old.
Joel Salinas, 18, a student, was arrested for posting AI-generated nude images of female classmates and other CSAM on X, along with their personal information. He admitted to using AI software and discussed plans to rape one victim.
Outcome: Charged with conspiracy to commit rape (Level 3 Felony), child exploitation, possession of CSAM, and distribution of an intimate image. Bond set at $5,000.
FOX 59 IndianapolisTipton Middle School, Tipton
StaffFebruary 11, 2026
At least 1 confirmed student victim (female)
Elijah Bogard, 26, a custodian and track coach, was found to have AI-generated CSAM after a Dropbox tip. He admitted to taking a student's Instagram photo and using an AI app to make it appear nude, and also possessed traditional CSAM.
Outcome: Charged with two counts of possessing child sex abuse material (Level 5 felonies). Terminated from employment.
WTHR (Indianapolis)