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Open alcoholic beverage container during operation of motor vehicle; Class C infraction in Indiana

Class C InfractionCurrent through 2026 Indiana legislative session

Open alcoholic beverage container during operation of motor vehicle; Class C infraction is a Class C Infraction under Indiana criminal law, defined by Ind. Code § 9-30-15-3. As a Class C Infraction, 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 § 9-30-15-3.

What is the penalty for open alcoholic beverage container during operation of motor vehicle; class c infraction in Indiana?

Penalties for Open alcoholic beverage container during operation of motor vehicle; Class C infraction
PenaltyRangeBasisAuthority
Fineup to $500 (civil judgment, not a criminal conviction (IC 34-28-5); no jail; IC 34-28-5-4(f) exceptions may set a different amount)discretionaryInd. Code § 34-28-5-4

Applies to current.

Common questions about open alcoholic beverage container during operation of motor vehicle; class c infraction in Indiana

Is open alcoholic beverage container during operation of motor vehicle; Class C infraction a felony or a misdemeanor in Indiana?

Open alcoholic beverage container during operation of motor vehicle; Class C infraction is a Class C Infraction in Indiana under Ind. Code § 9-30-15-3.

What are the penalties for open alcoholic beverage container during operation of motor vehicle; Class C infraction in Indiana?

As a Class C Infraction, open alcoholic beverage container during operation of motor vehicle; Class C infraction carries a fine of up to $500 (no mandatory minimum) under Ind. Code § 34-28-5-4.

Which Indiana statute covers open alcoholic beverage container during operation of motor vehicle; Class C infraction?

Open alcoholic beverage container during operation of motor vehicle; Class C infraction is governed by Ind. Code § 9-30-15-3 (Open alcoholic beverage container during operation of motor vehicle; Class C infraction).

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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.