Indiana Crimes: Laws & Penalties

Indiana Misdemeanor Crimes by Class and Sentences

In Indiana, misdemeanors are those crimes that are punished by up to a year in jail.

Indiana Felony Crimes by Class and Sentences

In Indiana, a felony is any crime that carries a penalty of more than one year in prison. Felonies in Indiana are designated as Level 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, and 6.

Indiana Criminal Statute of Limitations

Statutes of limitations set time limits for prosecutors to bring criminal charges in a case. If the prosecution charges someone after the applicable time period has passed, the person charged can have the case dismissed.

Driving on a Suspended License in Indiana

Indiana driver's licenses may be suspended or revoked for driving without insurance, delinquency on child support, accumulating points on your license, or numerous other causes. If you drive while your license is suspended or revoked, you may face criminal charges with the possibility of fines and even jail time.

Indiana Minor in Possession of Alcohol: Laws and Penalties

It is illegal in Indiana for any person under the age of 21 to knowingly consume or possess an alcoholic beverage. In addition, minors are prohibited from transporting alcoholic beverages on a public highway unless they are accompanied by a parent or guardian who is at least 21 years or older.

Possession of a Controlled Substance in Indiana

All states regulate and control the possession of controlled dangerous substances (CDS), though each differs in its exact definition of CDS and the penalties for their possession. Indiana considers not only well-known drugs like marijuana, heroin, and cocaine to be controlled substances, but also the compounds used to manufacture them.

Indiana Sale of a Controlled Substance Laws

All states regulate and control the sale of controlled dangerous substances (CDS), though each differs in its exact definition of CDS and the penalties for their sale. Indiana considers not only well-known drugs like marijuana, heroin, and cocaine to be controlled substances, but also the compounds used to manufacture them.

Indiana Marijuana Laws

The possession and sale of any amount of marijuana is illegal in Indiana, and potential penalties vary by the amount possessed or sold.

Misdemeanor Battery in Indiana

In Indiana, a person commits battery by “knowingly or intentionally touch[ing] another person in a rude, insolent, or angry manner” (Ind. Code § 35-42-2-1(a)). Punishments for misdemeanor battery include probation, time in the county jail, and fines.

Indiana Felony Battery Laws

Learn about the circumstances that make battery a felony under Indiana law.

Weapons Charges in Indiana

Learn about Indiana's laws on carrying handguns and Tasers, who's not allowed to have firearms, which weapons are prohibited, and the illegal use of deadly weapons.

Indiana Felony and Misdemeanor Theft

Under Indiana law, a person commits theft when he or she "knowingly or intentionally" exerts "unauthorized control" over another person's property, with the intent to deprive the other person of the value or use of the property.

Auto Theft Laws in Indiana

Stealing a vehicle, taking it for a joyride, or even entering a vehicle without authorization can result in prison time, fines, and a criminal record. Learn more about auto theft and related crimes in Indiana.

Indiana's Laws on Burglary, Residential Entry, and Criminal Trespass

All states have laws that prohibit going into other people's homes or onto their property without permission. Indiana has laws against burglary (breaking and entering into a building with the intent to commit a crime inside), as well as residential entry and trespass, which are less serious crimes.