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Corrupt business influence in Indiana

Level 5 FelonyCurrent through 2026 Indiana legislative session

Corrupt business influence is a Level 5 Felony under Indiana criminal law, defined by Ind. Code § 35-45-6-2. As a Level 5 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 § 35-45-6-2.

What is the penalty for corrupt business influence in Indiana?

Penalties for Corrupt business influence
PenaltyRangeBasisAuthority
Jail / prison1 years to 6 years (fixed term; advisory sentence 3 years)presumptiveInd. Code § 35-50-2-6
Fineup to $10,000 (no statutory minimum)discretionaryInd. Code § 35-50-2-6

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

Common questions about corrupt business influence in Indiana

Is corrupt business influence a felony or a misdemeanor in Indiana?

Corrupt business influence is a Level 5 Felony in Indiana under Ind. Code § 35-45-6-2.

What are the penalties for corrupt business influence in Indiana?

As a Level 5 Felony, corrupt business influence carries 1 years to 6 years of incarceration and a fine of up to $10,000 (no mandatory minimum) under Ind. Code § 35-50-2-6 (offenses committed after June 30, 2014 (P.L.158-2013)).

Which Indiana statute covers corrupt business influence?

Corrupt business influence is governed by Ind. Code § 35-45-6-2 (Corrupt business influence).

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.