Indiana criminal charge
Machine gun in Indiana
Machine gun is a Level 5 Felony under Indiana criminal law, defined by Ind. Code § 35-47-5-8. 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 § 35-47-5-8.
What is the penalty for machine gun 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 machine gun in Indiana
Is machine gun a felony or a misdemeanor in Indiana?
Machine gun is a Level 5 Felony in Indiana under Ind. Code § 35-47-5-8.
What are the penalties for machine gun in Indiana?
As a Level 5 Felony, machine gun 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 machine gun?
Machine gun is governed by Ind. Code § 35-47-5-8 (Machine gun).
Legal terms used in this law
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.