Indiana criminal charge
Harassment; "obscene message" defined in Indiana
Harassment; "obscene message" defined is a Class B Misdemeanor under Indiana criminal law, defined by Ind. Code § 35-45-2-2. As a Class B Misdemeanor, 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 § 35-45-2-2.
What is the penalty for harassment; "obscene message" defined in Indiana?
| Penalty | Range | Basis | Authority |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jail / prison | up to 180 days (no statutory minimum) | discretionary | Ind. Code § 35-50-3-3 |
| Fine | up to $1,000 (no statutory minimum) | discretionary | Ind. Code § 35-50-3-3 |
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Common questions about harassment; "obscene message" defined in Indiana
Is harassment; "obscene message" defined a felony or a misdemeanor in Indiana?
Harassment; "obscene message" defined is a Class B Misdemeanor in Indiana under Ind. Code § 35-45-2-2.
What are the penalties for harassment; "obscene message" defined in Indiana?
As a Class B Misdemeanor, harassment; "obscene message" defined carries up to 180 days (no mandatory minimum) of incarceration and a fine of up to $1,000 (no mandatory minimum) under Ind. Code § 35-50-3-3 (current).
Which Indiana statute covers harassment; "obscene message" defined?
Harassment; "obscene message" defined is governed by Ind. Code § 35-45-2-2 (Harassment; "obscene message" defined).
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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.