Indiana criminal charge
Unlawful employment by a sexual predator in Indiana
Unlawful employment by a sexual predator is a criminal offense under Indiana law, defined by Ind. Code § 35-42-4-10. 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 § 35-42-4-10.
What is the penalty for unlawful employment by a sexual predator in Indiana?
| Penalty | Range | Basis | Authority |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jail / prison | 6 months to 30 months (Unlawful employment by a sexual predator - base offense — A sexually violent predator or an offender against children knowingly or intentionally works for compensation or as a volunteer in a prohibited location or role involving child contact.; 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 (Unlawful employment by a sexual predator - base offense — A sexually violent predator or an offender against children knowingly or intentionally works for compensation or as a volunteer in a prohibited location or role involving child contact.) | discretionary | Ind. Code § 35-50-2-7 |
| Jail / prison | 1 years to 6 years (Unlawful employment by a sexual predator - prior conviction — The offense is elevated when the person has a prior unrelated conviction under this section or has failed to comply with a requirement imposed on an offender under IC 11-8-8.; fixed term; advisory sentence 3 years) | presumptive | Ind. Code § 35-50-2-6 |
| Fine | up to $10,000 (Unlawful employment by a sexual predator - prior conviction — The offense is elevated when the person has a prior unrelated conviction under this section or has failed to comply with a requirement imposed on an offender under IC 11-8-8.) | discretionary | Ind. Code § 35-50-2-6 |
Applies to offenses committed after June 30, 2014 (P.L.158-2013).
How is unlawful employment by a sexual predator classified in Indiana?
The classification depends on the circumstances:
| Variant | Classification | When it applies | Statute |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unlawful employment by a sexual predator - base offense | Level 6 Felony | A sexually violent predator or an offender against children knowingly or intentionally works for compensation or as a volunteer in a prohibited location or role involving child contact. | Ind. Code § 35-42-4-10(c) |
| Unlawful employment by a sexual predator - prior conviction | Level 5 Felony | The offense is elevated when the person has a prior unrelated conviction under this section or has failed to comply with a requirement imposed on an offender under IC 11-8-8. | Ind. Code § 35-42-4-10(c) |
Common questions about unlawful employment by a sexual predator in Indiana
Is unlawful employment by a sexual predator a felony or a misdemeanor in Indiana?
It depends on the circumstances: unlawful employment by a sexual predator ranges from a Level 6 Felony to a Level 5 Felony in Indiana under Ind. Code § 35-42-4-10.
Unlawful employment by a sexual predator - base offense: Level 6 Felony (Ind. Code § 35-42-4-10(c)) · Unlawful employment by a sexual predator - prior conviction: Level 5 Felony (Ind. Code § 35-42-4-10(c))
What are the penalties for unlawful employment by a sexual predator in Indiana?
Which Indiana statute covers unlawful employment by a sexual predator?
Unlawful employment by a sexual predator is governed by Ind. Code § 35-42-4-10 (Unlawful employment by a sexual predator).
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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.