Indiana criminal charge
Firearms and handguns; giving false information or offering false evidence of identity in Indiana
Firearms and handguns; giving false information or offering false evidence of identity is a Level 5 Felony under Indiana criminal law, defined by Ind. Code § 35-47-2-17. As a Level 5 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 § 35-47-2-17.
What is the penalty for firearms and handguns; giving false information or offering false evidence of identity in Indiana?
| Penalty | Range | Basis | Authority |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jail / prison | 1 years to 6 years (fixed term; advisory sentence 3 years) | presumptive | Ind. Code § 35-50-2-6 |
| Fine | up to $10,000 (no statutory minimum) | discretionary | Ind. Code § 35-50-2-6 |
Applies to offenses committed after June 30, 2014 (P.L.158-2013).
Common questions about firearms and handguns; giving false information or offering false evidence of identity in Indiana
Is firearms and handguns; giving false information or offering false evidence of identity a felony or a misdemeanor in Indiana?
Firearms and handguns; giving false information or offering false evidence of identity is a Level 5 Felony in Indiana under Ind. Code § 35-47-2-17.
What are the penalties for firearms and handguns; giving false information or offering false evidence of identity in Indiana?
As a Level 5 Felony, firearms and handguns; giving false information or offering false evidence of identity carries 1 years to 6 years of incarceration and a fine of up to $10,000 (no mandatory minimum) under Ind. Code § 35-50-2-6 (offenses committed after June 30, 2014 (P.L.158-2013)).
Which Indiana statute covers firearms and handguns; giving false information or offering false evidence of identity?
Firearms and handguns; giving false information or offering false evidence of identity is governed by Ind. Code § 35-47-2-17 (Firearms and handguns; giving false information or offering false evidence of identity).
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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.