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Residential entry in Indiana

Level 6 FelonyCurrent through 2026 Indiana legislative session

Residential entry is a Level 6 Felony under Indiana criminal law, defined by Ind. Code § 35-43-2-1.5. 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 § 35-43-2-1.5.

What is the penalty for residential entry in Indiana?

Penalties for Residential entry
PenaltyRangeBasisAuthority
Jail / prison6 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)))presumptiveInd. Code § 35-50-2-7
Fineup to $10,000 (no statutory minimum)discretionaryInd. Code § 35-50-2-7

Applies to offenses committed after June 30, 2014 (P.L.158-2013).

Common questions about residential entry in Indiana

Is residential entry a felony or a misdemeanor in Indiana?

Residential entry is a Level 6 Felony in Indiana under Ind. Code § 35-43-2-1.5.

What are the penalties for residential entry in Indiana?

As a Level 6 Felony, residential entry 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 residential entry?

Residential entry is governed by Ind. Code § 35-43-2-1.5 (Residential entry).

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.