Indiana criminal charge
Hindering or obstructing detection, disarming, or destruction of destructive device in Indiana
Hindering or obstructing detection, disarming, or destruction of destructive device is a Level 4 Felony under Indiana criminal law, defined by Ind. Code § 35-47.5-5-7. As a Level 4 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 § 35-47.5-5-7.
What is the penalty for hindering or obstructing detection, disarming, or destruction of destructive device in Indiana?
| Penalty | Range | Basis | Authority |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jail / prison | 2 years to 12 years (fixed term; advisory sentence 6 years) | presumptive | Ind. Code § 35-50-2-5.5 |
| Fine | up to $10,000 (no statutory minimum) | discretionary | Ind. Code § 35-50-2-5.5 |
Applies to offenses committed after June 30, 2014 (P.L.158-2013).
Common questions about hindering or obstructing detection, disarming, or destruction of destructive device in Indiana
Is hindering or obstructing detection, disarming, or destruction of destructive device a felony or a misdemeanor in Indiana?
Hindering or obstructing detection, disarming, or destruction of destructive device is a Level 4 Felony in Indiana under Ind. Code § 35-47.5-5-7.
What are the penalties for hindering or obstructing detection, disarming, or destruction of destructive device in Indiana?
As a Level 4 Felony, hindering or obstructing detection, disarming, or destruction of destructive device carries 2 years to 12 years of incarceration and a fine of up to $10,000 (no mandatory minimum) under Ind. Code § 35-50-2-5.5 (offenses committed after June 30, 2014 (P.L.158-2013)).
Which Indiana statute covers hindering or obstructing detection, disarming, or destruction of destructive device?
Hindering or obstructing detection, disarming, or destruction of destructive device is governed by Ind. Code § 35-47.5-5-7 (Hindering or obstructing detection, disarming, or destruction of destructive device).
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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.