Indiana criminal charge
Violation of certain no contact orders; offense; penalty in Indiana
Violation of certain no contact orders; offense; penalty is a Level 6 Felony under Indiana criminal law, defined by Ind. Code § 35-46-1-15.3. As a Level 6 Felony, 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 § 35-46-1-15.3.
What is the penalty for violation of certain no contact orders; offense; penalty in Indiana?
| Penalty | Range | Basis | Authority |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jail / prison | 6 months to 30 months (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 (no statutory minimum) | discretionary | Ind. Code § 35-50-2-7 |
Applies to offenses committed after June 30, 2014 (P.L.158-2013).
Common questions about violation of certain no contact orders; offense; penalty in Indiana
Is violation of certain no contact orders; offense; penalty a felony or a misdemeanor in Indiana?
Violation of certain no contact orders; offense; penalty is a Level 6 Felony in Indiana under Ind. Code § 35-46-1-15.3.
What are the penalties for violation of certain no contact orders; offense; penalty in Indiana?
As a Level 6 Felony, violation of certain no contact orders; offense; penalty carries 6 months to 30 months of incarceration and a fine of up to $10,000 (no mandatory minimum) under Ind. Code § 35-50-2-7 (offenses committed after June 30, 2014 (P.L.158-2013)).
Which Indiana statute covers violation of certain no contact orders; offense; penalty?
Violation of certain no contact orders; offense; penalty is governed by Ind. Code § 35-46-1-15.3 (Violation of certain no contact orders; offense; penalty).
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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.