Were you recently arrested in Indiana, and now facing Level 2 felony charges? If so, your most important priority is to retain the services of a skilled and aggressive criminal defense lawyer to protect you from the maximum penalties that are handed down for such offenses. Why is this so important? Because felony offenses are more serious, far more serious than misdemeanors.
Continue reading to learn what you need to know about your Indiana felony charges.
Felony Offenses and Penalties in Indiana
Formally known as a Class B Felony, a Level 2 felony offense is serious since it is the second highest felony a person can be charged with in Indiana. Felonies are crimes against the federal government, which is why they are also called federal offenses. Here are the current levels of punishment for felony crimes in Indiana:
Felonies are divided into 7 categories in Indiana: Level 1, Level 2, Level 3, Level 4, Level 5, Level 6, and Murder.
▶ Murder – Most Serious
▶ Level 1 Felony
▶ Level 2 Felony
▶ Level 3 Felony
▶ Level 4 Felony
▶ Level 5 Felony
▶ Level 6 Felony – Least Serious
Level 6 Felonies
Level 6 felonies are the least serious of them all. You can find current details of the laws surrounding such offenses in Indiana Code 35-50-2-7(b). Currently, Level 6 felonies are punishable by 6 months to 2 1/2 years in jail, as well as, fines up to $10,000, and court-ordered penalties like probation, community service, victim impact panels, drug and alcohol rehabilitation, house arrest, and more.
* Level 6 felony crimes are the least serious type of felony, and are commonly referred to as “wobblers” since they can most often be reduced to Class A Misdemeanors.
Level 5 Felonies
Level 5 felonies are a tad more serious, but still low on the spectrum You can find current details of the laws surrounding such offenses in Indiana Code 35-50-2-7(b). Currently, Level 5 felonies are punishable by 1 to 6 years in jail, as well as, fines up to $10,000, and court-ordered penalties like probation, community service, victim impact panels, drug and alcohol rehabilitation, house arrest, and more.
Level 4 Felonies
Level 4 felonies are the next level. Indiana criminal law. You can find current details of the laws surrounding such offenses in Indiana Code 35-50-2-5.5. Currently, Level 4 felonies are punishable by 2 to 12 years in jail, as well as, fines up to $10,000, and court-ordered penalties like probation, community service, victim impact panels, drug and alcohol rehabilitation, house arrest, and more.
Level 3 Felonies
A Level 3 felonies are serious. You can find current details of the laws surrounding such offenses in Indiana Code 35-50-2-5(b). Currently, Level 3 felonies are punishable by 3 to 16 years in jail, as well as, fines up to $10,000, and court-ordered penalties like probation, community service, victim impact panels, drug and alcohol rehabilitation, house arrest, and more.
Level 2 Felonies
Level 2 felonies are even more serious. You can find current details of the laws surrounding such offenses in Indiana Code 35-50-2-4.5. Currently, Level 2 felonies are punishable by 12 to 30 years in jail, as well as, fines up to $10,000, and court-ordered penalties like probation, community service, victim impact panels, drug and alcohol rehabilitation, house arrest, and more.
Level 1 Felonies
A Level 1 felony comes right before the most serious crime of Murder. You can find current details of the laws surrounding such offenses in Indiana Code 35-50-2-4. Currently, Level 1 felonies are punishable by 20 to 40 years in jail, as well as, fines up to $10,000, and court-ordered penalties like probation, community service, victim impact panels, drug and alcohol rehabilitation, house arrest, and more.
Murder
Murder is the most serious felony. You can find current details of the laws surrounding such offenses in Indiana Code 35-50-2-3. Currently, Murder is punishable by 45 years to life in jail, as well as, the death penalty, fines up to $10,000, and court-ordered penalties.
How to Fight Your Indiana Felony Charge
Call Attorney David E. Lewis at 317-636-7514 for aggressive criminal defense for felony crimes in Indianapolis, Indiana for your charges. Our law firm offers free initial consultations to discuss the best strategies of defense for your case. Avoid the maximum penalties for your misdemeanor or felony criminal charges by calling David E. Lewis, Attorney at Law, today!
