Indiana college students headed to campus are being reminded of an important number that could save a life: 9-1-1. Indiana’s Lifeline law helps to remove barriers that may otherwise prevent a person from calling to report a crime or seeking medical assistance for someone who is intoxicated. Leslie Fasone with I-U Bloomington says it provides immunity for the caller if they are publicly intoxicated and/or a minor. To receive immunity, the reporting person is expected to stay on the scene until help arrives, cooperate with authorities and provide their name and other relevant information. The Indiana Youth Services Association reports at least 19 lives have been saved as a result of the Lifeline law.
