Indiana criminal charge
Refusal to leave an emergency incident area by a nondispatched firefighter in Indiana
Refusal to leave an emergency incident area by a nondispatched firefighter is a Class C Infraction under Indiana criminal law, defined by Ind. Code § 35-44.1-4-6. As a Class C 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 § 35-44.1-4-6.
What is the penalty for refusal to leave an emergency incident area by a nondispatched firefighter in Indiana?
| Penalty | Range | Basis | Authority |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fine | up to $500 (civil judgment, not a criminal conviction (IC 34-28-5); no jail; IC 34-28-5-4(f) exceptions may set a different amount) | discretionary | Ind. Code § 34-28-5-4 |
Applies to current.
Common questions about refusal to leave an emergency incident area by a nondispatched firefighter in Indiana
Is refusal to leave an emergency incident area by a nondispatched firefighter a felony or a misdemeanor in Indiana?
Refusal to leave an emergency incident area by a nondispatched firefighter is a Class C Infraction in Indiana under Ind. Code § 35-44.1-4-6.
What are the penalties for refusal to leave an emergency incident area by a nondispatched firefighter in Indiana?
As a Class C Infraction, refusal to leave an emergency incident area by a nondispatched firefighter carries a fine of up to $500 (no mandatory minimum) under Ind. Code § 34-28-5-4.
Which Indiana statute covers refusal to leave an emergency incident area by a nondispatched firefighter?
Refusal to leave an emergency incident area by a nondispatched firefighter is governed by Ind. Code § 35-44.1-4-6 (Refusal to leave an emergency incident area by a nondispatched firefighter).
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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.