Indiana Gun Control Laws

Indian state firearms laws are forgiving in comparison to many other states. Permits are only required for two instances in relation to handguns. There are various payments required for such licenses and permits. Rifles and Shotguns will require no permits. Machine guns and sawed-off shotguns are limited in possession to a very select group of persons. No permits or licenses are required for carrying or possessing rifles and shotguns. However, permits are required for carrying handguns. In addition, a specific license is required for the concealed carry of a handgun. These permits and licenses are not easy to gain. Many restrictions apply to those who may get them.  

Carrying Guns and Possession Laws: Penalties & Regulations

• Any child knowingly in possession of firearm is guilty of a misdemeanor, or Class C felony on the second offense.
• Pointing a firearm at another person is a Class D felony if loaded, and a Class A misdemeanor if unloaded.
• A Class A misdemeanor is warranted for the possession of a firearm in or around an airport.

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Indiana Purchasing Gun Laws

To purchase any firearm in Indian an individual is required to undergo a background check. If passed, the distributor of the firearm is to sell the firearm at his or her discretion. If an individual is denied the ability to purchase a firearm, they may be granted access to their criminal history information.

Penalties & Regulations for Illegal Purchases

• Any person who supplies a minor with a firearm in any way is guilty of a Class C felony.
• A Class B misdemeanor is warranted for any person who sells a firearm to someone who is under the influence of alcohol.
• Automatic weapons may only be sold to those with the proper federal licensing. 

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Firing Handguns and Self Defense

According to Indiana state law, use of lethal force by means of a firearm is legal, but only in the defender's home or on his or her private property. Any other uses such as the following are illegal:

• Use of firearm as deadly force when retreat is a viable option
• Discharging of a firearm that crosses a roadway or railroad
• Unwarranted use of firearm in self defense (defender's life was not in danger)

Legal Help

The laws governing firearms in Indiana are not the strictest, but there are still many regulations that can put an individual into problems with the law. Attorneys should be used in defense of such charges. Some common situations that are gun charges are

• Carrying a handgun without a permit
• Concealing a handgun without a license
• Possession of firearm while under the influence of alcohol or any controlled substance 
• Habitual drug user possessing a firearm