Indiana criminal charge
Hoax devices or replicas in Indiana
Hoax devices or replicas is a Level 6 Felony under Indiana criminal law, defined by Ind. Code § 35-47.5-5-6. 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 § 35-47.5-5-6.
What is the penalty for hoax devices or replicas 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 hoax devices or replicas in Indiana
Is hoax devices or replicas a felony or a misdemeanor in Indiana?
Hoax devices or replicas is a Level 6 Felony in Indiana under Ind. Code § 35-47.5-5-6.
What are the penalties for hoax devices or replicas in Indiana?
As a Level 6 Felony, hoax devices or replicas 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 hoax devices or replicas?
Hoax devices or replicas is governed by Ind. Code § 35-47.5-5-6 (Hoax devices or replicas).
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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.