Indiana criminal charge
Destructive device or explosive to kill, injure, or intimidate or to destroy property in Indiana
Destructive device or explosive to kill, injure, or intimidate or to destroy property is a Level 2 Felony under Indiana criminal law, defined by Ind. Code § 35-47.5-5-8. As a Level 2 Felony, 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 § 35-47.5-5-8.
What is the penalty for destructive device or explosive to kill, injure, or intimidate or to destroy property in Indiana?
| Penalty | Range | Basis | Authority |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jail / prison | 10 years to 30 years (fixed term; advisory sentence 17 1/2 years) | presumptive | Ind. Code § 35-50-2-4.5 |
| Fine | up to $10,000 (no statutory minimum) | discretionary | Ind. Code § 35-50-2-4.5 |
Applies to offenses committed after June 30, 2014 (P.L.158-2013).
Common questions about destructive device or explosive to kill, injure, or intimidate or to destroy property in Indiana
Is destructive device or explosive to kill, injure, or intimidate or to destroy property a felony or a misdemeanor in Indiana?
Destructive device or explosive to kill, injure, or intimidate or to destroy property is a Level 2 Felony in Indiana under Ind. Code § 35-47.5-5-8.
What are the penalties for destructive device or explosive to kill, injure, or intimidate or to destroy property in Indiana?
As a Level 2 Felony, destructive device or explosive to kill, injure, or intimidate or to destroy property carries 10 years to 30 years of incarceration and a fine of up to $10,000 (no mandatory minimum) under Ind. Code § 35-50-2-4.5 (offenses committed after June 30, 2014 (P.L.158-2013)).
Which Indiana statute covers destructive device or explosive to kill, injure, or intimidate or to destroy property?
Destructive device or explosive to kill, injure, or intimidate or to destroy property is governed by Ind. Code § 35-47.5-5-8 (Destructive device or explosive to kill, injure, or intimidate or to destroy property).
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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.