Indiana criminal charge
Domestic violence animal cruelty in Indiana
Domestic violence animal cruelty is a Level 6 Felony under Indiana criminal law, defined by Ind. Code § 35-46-3-12.5. As a Level 6 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 § 35-46-3-12.5.
What is the penalty for domestic violence animal cruelty in Indiana?
| Penalty | Range | Basis | Authority |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jail / prison | 6 months to 30 months (fixed term; advisory sentence 1 year; court may enter judgment of conviction as a Class A misdemeanor in limited circumstances (IC 35-50-2-7(c))) | presumptive | Ind. Code § 35-50-2-7 |
| Fine | up to $10,000 (no statutory minimum) | discretionary | Ind. Code § 35-50-2-7 |
Applies to offenses committed after June 30, 2014 (P.L.158-2013).
Common questions about domestic violence animal cruelty in Indiana
Is domestic violence animal cruelty a felony or a misdemeanor in Indiana?
Domestic violence animal cruelty is a Level 6 Felony in Indiana under Ind. Code § 35-46-3-12.5.
What are the penalties for domestic violence animal cruelty in Indiana?
As a Level 6 Felony, domestic violence animal cruelty carries 6 months to 30 months of incarceration and a fine of up to $10,000 (no mandatory minimum) under Ind. Code § 35-50-2-7 (offenses committed after June 30, 2014 (P.L.158-2013)).
Which Indiana statute covers domestic violence animal cruelty?
Domestic violence animal cruelty is governed by Ind. Code § 35-46-3-12.5 (Domestic violence animal cruelty).
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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.