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Status Indicators
- BANNED. Schedule I controlled substance since 2014
- SB 305 (2014) added kratom alkaloids to Indiana’s synthetic drug schedule
- Possession, sale, and distribution all illegal statewide
- Indiana was one of the earliest US states to ban kratom
At a Glance
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Legal Status | Banned |
| Age Limit | N/A |
| Regulated | No |
| Controlled Substance | Yes (Schedule I) |
| Last Policy Change | 2014 (SB 305) |
Understanding Federal vs. State Law
Kratom is federally unscheduled. Indiana, however, classified mitragynine and 7-hydroxymitragynine as Schedule I controlled substances at the state level under SB 305 in 2014. Federal legality provides no protection in Indiana. The classification was made under Indiana’s synthetic drug provisions, a legal mechanism somewhat different from a direct addition to Schedule I but with the same prosecutorial effect.
KCPA Section
No KCPA has been enacted in Indiana. The state’s prohibition predates the KCPA framework and no major repeal effort has reached the floor of the Indiana General Assembly.
Legislative Timeline
| Date | Event |
|---|---|
| 2014 | SB 305 signed. Indiana classifies kratom alkaloids as Schedule I synthetic drugs. Codified at IC 35, 48, 4, 10. |
| Ongoing | Schedule I status remains. No successful legalization legislation. |
Penalties
Schedule I possession in Indiana is a felony. Penalty severity scales with quantity and intent. Sale and distribution carry higher penalties. Specific ranges are in the Indiana Code, Title 35, Article 48.
Buying & Shipping to Indiana
Do not ship kratom to an Indiana address. Reputable vendors block Indiana at checkout. Receiving kratom in Indiana exposes the recipient to Schedule I felony possession penalties.
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Q: Is kratom legal in Indiana?
A: No. SB 305 classified kratom alkaloids as Schedule I controlled substances under Indiana law in 2014.
Q: When did Indiana ban kratom?
A: 2014. Indiana was one of the earliest states to ban kratom and the classification has not been modified since.
Q: Can I drive through Indiana with kratom?
A: No. Possession is a state felony in any Indiana county. Travelers on I-65, I-70, I-69, or the Indiana Toll Road should not transit with kratom.
Q: Can I fly into Indiana with kratom?
A: No. Indianapolis International Airport falls under state jurisdiction. Arriving with kratom violates Indiana law.
Q: Is there any active legalization effort in Indiana?
A: No major legalization or KCPA bill has advanced through the Indiana General Assembly. Repeal advocacy continues but no legislative path has succeeded.
Sources
- katsbotanicals.com/is-kratom-legal-in-indiana/, Summary of Indiana SB 305 (2014) and Schedule I classification
- mit45.com/kratom-legality/indiana/, Indiana Code Section 35, 48, 4, 10 reference and current legality status
- flavourz.com/blog/post/kratom-legal-status-in-indiana-2025-complete-ban-in-effect, 2025 confirmation that the ban remains in effect
- ezkratom.com/kratom-laws-regulations-indiana/, Penalty information and ban background
- superspeciosa.com/blogs/blog/is-kratom-legal-in-indiana, Background on the synthetic drug classification mechanism
