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Removal of attack dog's vocal cords; animal cruelty in Indiana

Class A MisdemeanorCurrent through 2026 Indiana legislative session

Removal of attack dog's vocal cords; animal cruelty is a Class A Misdemeanor under Indiana criminal law, defined by Ind. Code § 35-46-3-13. As a Class A Misdemeanor, 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 § 35-46-3-13.

What is the penalty for removal of attack dog's vocal cords; animal cruelty in Indiana?

Penalties for Removal of attack dog's vocal cords; animal cruelty
PenaltyRangeBasisAuthority
Jail / prisonup to 1 year (no statutory minimum)discretionaryInd. Code § 35-50-3-2
Fineup to $5,000 (no statutory minimum)discretionaryInd. Code § 35-50-3-2

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Common questions about removal of attack dog's vocal cords; animal cruelty in Indiana

Is removal of attack dog's vocal cords; animal cruelty a felony or a misdemeanor in Indiana?

Removal of attack dog's vocal cords; animal cruelty is a Class A Misdemeanor in Indiana under Ind. Code § 35-46-3-13.

What are the penalties for removal of attack dog's vocal cords; animal cruelty in Indiana?

As a Class A Misdemeanor, removal of attack dog's vocal cords; animal cruelty carries up to 1 year (no mandatory minimum) of incarceration and a fine of up to $5,000 (no mandatory minimum) under Ind. Code § 35-50-3-2 (current).

Which Indiana statute covers removal of attack dog's vocal cords; animal cruelty?

Removal of attack dog's vocal cords; animal cruelty is governed by Ind. Code § 35-46-3-13 (Removal of attack dog's vocal cords; animal cruelty).

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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.