to a partner when they know they have the disease?
2006-11-11 04:26:50 · 6 answers · asked by be real 1 in Health ➔ Diseases & Conditions ➔ STDs
Indiana Law does anyone know
2006-11-11 05:40:25 · update #1
If it can be proved that the person was aware of their condition, and they willingly led their partner to believe they were not ill and spread HIV to that person, criminal charges such as attempted murder can be brought forth.
2006-11-11 13:05:36 · answer #1 · answered by Ashley B 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Most States have laws that require an HIV positive person to disclose his/her status prior in engaging in any sexual penetration.
Whether HIV is transmitted or not, it is considered a felony. Depending on the state it's punishable by 10-15 years in prison.
2006-11-11 05:29:46 · answer #2 · answered by HIV/STD Specialist 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes, a person could be charged with reckless endangerment, possibly even attempted murder, but the court would have to prove that the person knew that they were HIV positive.
2006-11-11 04:48:12 · answer #3 · answered by 13th Floor 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes. Of course. It is completely illegal to transfer HIV/AIDS, but only if you know you have it. When you go to a doctor and they find out you are positive, it is recorded.
2006-11-11 04:52:48 · answer #4 · answered by little_effin_sunshine 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I believe one could be charged with attempted murder. Maybe even worse when that person dies.
2006-11-11 04:39:58 · answer #5 · answered by JustNick 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
yes so don't do it
2006-11-11 04:35:53 · answer #6 · answered by uknowme 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋