Indiana criminal charge
Falsification of record prohibited in Indiana
Falsification of record prohibited is a Level 6 Felony under Indiana criminal law, defined by Ind. Code § 7.1-5-6-4. 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 § 7.1-5-6-4.
What is the penalty for falsification of record prohibited 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 falsification of record prohibited in Indiana
Is falsification of record prohibited a felony or a misdemeanor in Indiana?
Falsification of record prohibited is a Level 6 Felony in Indiana under Ind. Code § 7.1-5-6-4.
What are the penalties for falsification of record prohibited in Indiana?
As a Level 6 Felony, falsification of record prohibited 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 falsification of record prohibited?
Falsification of record prohibited is governed by Ind. Code § 7.1-5-6-4 (Falsification of record prohibited).
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.