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Infractions in Indiana

Class A InfractionCurrent through 2026 Indiana legislative session

Infractions is a Class A Infraction under Indiana criminal law, defined by Ind. Code § 35-43-8-4. As a Class A Infraction, 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 § 35-43-8-4.

What is the penalty for infractions in Indiana?

Penalties for Infractions
PenaltyRangeBasisAuthority
Fineup to $10,000 (civil judgment, not a criminal conviction (IC 34-28-5); no jail)discretionaryInd. Code § 34-28-5-4

Applies to current.

Common questions about infractions in Indiana

Is infractions a felony or a misdemeanor in Indiana?

Infractions is a Class A Infraction in Indiana under Ind. Code § 35-43-8-4.

What are the penalties for infractions in Indiana?

As a Class A Infraction, infractions carries a fine of up to $10,000 (no mandatory minimum) under Ind. Code § 34-28-5-4.

Which Indiana statute covers infractions?

Infractions is governed by Ind. Code § 35-43-8-4 (Infractions).

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.