Indiana criminal charge
Expungement of certain offenses punishable by an indeterminate sentence in Indiana
Expungement of certain offenses punishable by an indeterminate sentence is a Level 6 Felony under Indiana criminal law, defined by Ind. Code § 35-38-9-8.5. 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 § 35-38-9-8.5.
What is the penalty for expungement of certain offenses punishable by an indeterminate sentence in Indiana?
| Penalty | Range | Basis | Authority |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jail / prison | 6 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))) | presumptive | Ind. Code § 35-50-2-7 |
| Fine | up to $10,000 (no statutory minimum) | discretionary | Ind. Code § 35-50-2-7 |
Applies to offenses committed after June 30, 2014 (P.L.158-2013).
Common questions about expungement of certain offenses punishable by an indeterminate sentence in Indiana
Is expungement of certain offenses punishable by an indeterminate sentence a felony or a misdemeanor in Indiana?
Expungement of certain offenses punishable by an indeterminate sentence is a Level 6 Felony in Indiana under Ind. Code § 35-38-9-8.5.
What are the penalties for expungement of certain offenses punishable by an indeterminate sentence in Indiana?
As a Level 6 Felony, expungement of certain offenses punishable by an indeterminate sentence 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 expungement of certain offenses punishable by an indeterminate sentence?
Expungement of certain offenses punishable by an indeterminate sentence is governed by Ind. Code § 35-38-9-8.5 (Expungement of certain offenses punishable by an indeterminate sentence).
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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.