Mandatory reporting & crisis resources

If you observe or suspect immediate harm to self or others, call 911 or 988. Indiana law requires reporting of suspected child abuse (IC 31-33-5) and adult endangerment (IC 12-10-3).

Crisis resources

Call or text 988 — Suicide & Crisis Lifeline. Free, confidential, 24/7. JAMA 2026: Indiana saw 146% call volume increase + 18% youth-suicide reduction since 988 launched July 2022.

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Indiana mandatory-reporting statutes

• Suspected child abuse or neglect: Indiana Code IC 31-33-5 (universal reporter; IC 31-33-5-1). Report to the Indiana Department of Child Services hotline: 1-800-800-5556.
• Endangered adults: Indiana Code IC 12-10-3 (Adult Protective Services). Report to APS or local law enforcement.

Duty to warn (clinicians)

Licensed clinicians in Indiana may have duty-to-warn obligations under IC 34-30-16 when a patient communicates a serious and imminent threat against an identifiable third party. This dashboard does not provide clinical or legal advice; consult your supervising clinician, professional licensing board, or attorney for guidance on your specific obligations.

Charity care & emergency services

Indiana hospitals are required under IC 16-21-9 to provide emergency services regardless of ability to pay. Behavioral health crises meet this definition.

If you are unsure

Call 988. The Lifeline can help you determine the right next step — whether that's calling DCS, APS, 911, or simply staying on the line with you.

The statutory references on this page are educational and not legal advice. Statutes are current as of dashboard publication. Verify with the Indiana General Assembly's official code at iga.in.gov/laws.