Indiana criminal charge
Firearm, explosive, or deadly weapon; possession in commercial or chartered aircraft in Indiana
Firearm, explosive, or deadly weapon; possession in commercial or chartered aircraft is a criminal offense under Indiana law, defined by Ind. Code § 35-47-6-1. Its classification is not fixed: Indiana assigns a different penalty class depending on the circumstances of the offense. The class that applies — and the sentencing range that follows from it — depends on which statutory variant fits the facts.
Defined by Ind. Code § 35-47-6-1.
What is the penalty for firearm, explosive, or deadly weapon; possession in commercial or chartered aircraft in Indiana?
| Penalty | Range | Basis | Authority |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jail / prison | 1 years to 6 years (Possession of firearm, explosive, or deadly weapon on commercial or charter aircraft — A person knowingly or intentionally boards a commercial or charter aircraft while possessing a firearm, explosive, or other deadly weapon.; fixed term; advisory sentence 3 years) | presumptive | Ind. Code § 35-50-2-6 |
| Fine | up to $10,000 (Possession of firearm, explosive, or deadly weapon on commercial or charter aircraft — A person knowingly or intentionally boards a commercial or charter aircraft while possessing a firearm, explosive, or other deadly weapon.) | discretionary | Ind. Code § 35-50-2-6 |
| Jail / prison | 2 years to 12 years (Possession of firearm, explosive, or deadly weapon on aircraft with intent to disrupt or harm — The offense described in subsection (a) is committed with intent to disrupt the operation of the aircraft or cause harm to another person.; fixed term; advisory sentence 6 years) | presumptive | Ind. Code § 35-50-2-5.5 |
| Fine | up to $10,000 (Possession of firearm, explosive, or deadly weapon on aircraft with intent to disrupt or harm — The offense described in subsection (a) is committed with intent to disrupt the operation of the aircraft or cause harm to another person.) | discretionary | Ind. Code § 35-50-2-5.5 |
Applies to offenses committed after June 30, 2014 (P.L.158-2013).
How is firearm, explosive, or deadly weapon; possession in commercial or chartered aircraft classified in Indiana?
The classification depends on the circumstances:
| Variant | Classification | When it applies | Statute |
|---|---|---|---|
| Possession of firearm, explosive, or deadly weapon on commercial or charter aircraft | Level 5 Felony | A person knowingly or intentionally boards a commercial or charter aircraft while possessing a firearm, explosive, or other deadly weapon. | Ind. Code § 35-47-6-1(a) |
| Possession of firearm, explosive, or deadly weapon on aircraft with intent to disrupt or harm | Level 4 Felony | The offense described in subsection (a) is committed with intent to disrupt the operation of the aircraft or cause harm to another person. | Ind. Code § 35-47-6-1(b) |
Common questions about firearm, explosive, or deadly weapon; possession in commercial or chartered aircraft in Indiana
Is firearm, explosive, or deadly weapon; possession in commercial or chartered aircraft a felony or a misdemeanor in Indiana?
It depends on the circumstances: firearm, explosive, or deadly weapon; possession in commercial or chartered aircraft ranges from a Level 5 Felony to a Level 4 Felony in Indiana under Ind. Code § 35-47-6-1.
Possession of firearm, explosive, or deadly weapon on commercial or charter aircraft: Level 5 Felony (Ind. Code § 35-47-6-1(a)) · Possession of firearm, explosive, or deadly weapon on aircraft with intent to disrupt or harm: Level 4 Felony (Ind. Code § 35-47-6-1(b))
What are the penalties for firearm, explosive, or deadly weapon; possession in commercial or chartered aircraft in Indiana?
Penalties for firearm, explosive, or deadly weapon; possession in commercial or chartered aircraft in Indiana depend on how it is classified — from a Level 5 Felony up to a Level 4 Felony — with the ranges set by Ind. Code § 35-50-2-6 and Ind. Code § 35-50-2-5.5; the full table of ranges by variant is published on this page.
Which Indiana statute covers firearm, explosive, or deadly weapon; possession in commercial or chartered aircraft?
Firearm, explosive, or deadly weapon; possession in commercial or chartered aircraft is governed by Ind. Code § 35-47-6-1 (Firearm, explosive, or deadly weapon; possession in commercial or chartered aircraft).
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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.