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Consumption of alcohol while operating a motor vehicle; Class B infraction in Indiana

Class B InfractionCurrent through 2026 Indiana legislative session

Consumption of alcohol while operating a motor vehicle; Class B infraction is a Class B Infraction under Indiana criminal law, defined by Ind. Code § 9-30-15-4. As a Class B Infraction, it is punishable within the statutory sentencing range Indiana sets for that offense class. Indiana sorts criminal offenses into felonies, misdemeanors, and petty offenses, each carrying its own penalty range.

Defined by Ind. Code § 9-30-15-4.

What is the penalty for consumption of alcohol while operating a motor vehicle; class b infraction in Indiana?

Penalties for Consumption of alcohol while operating a motor vehicle; Class B infraction
PenaltyRangeBasisAuthority
Fineup to $1,000 (civil judgment, not a criminal conviction (IC 34-28-5); no jail)discretionaryInd. Code § 34-28-5-4

Applies to current.

Common questions about consumption of alcohol while operating a motor vehicle; class b infraction in Indiana

Is consumption of alcohol while operating a motor vehicle; Class B infraction a felony or a misdemeanor in Indiana?

Consumption of alcohol while operating a motor vehicle; Class B infraction is a Class B Infraction in Indiana under Ind. Code § 9-30-15-4.

What are the penalties for consumption of alcohol while operating a motor vehicle; Class B infraction in Indiana?

As a Class B Infraction, consumption of alcohol while operating a motor vehicle; Class B infraction carries a fine of up to $1,000 (no mandatory minimum) under Ind. Code § 34-28-5-4.

Which Indiana statute covers consumption of alcohol while operating a motor vehicle; Class B infraction?

Consumption of alcohol while operating a motor vehicle; Class B infraction is governed by Ind. Code § 9-30-15-4 (Consumption of alcohol while operating a motor vehicle; Class B infraction).

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This reference is informational and is not legal advice. Penalty ranges are the statutory classification ranges; sentencing in a specific case depends on its facts and history.