Felony in Indiana
State-specific overview · Criminal Law
Indiana classifies felonies into six levels (A–F) with Level A carrying 20–50 years or life imprisonment.
How Indiana treats Felony
Indiana Code Title 35 establishes that a felony is any crime punishable by imprisonment for more than one year. The state uses a six-level felony classification system where Level A represents the most serious offenses and Level F the least. Sentencing ranges are fixed by felony level, with judges having limited discretion within statutory minimums and maximums.
The general definition of Felony
A serious crime punishable by more than one year in prison or death.
A felony is the most serious category of crime in the US criminal system. The key distinction is punishment: if a conviction can result in more than one year of imprisonment, it's a felony. Felonies include crimes like murder, rape, robbery, and drug trafficking. A felony conviction carries long-term consequences, including loss of voting rights, gun ownership restrictions, and difficulty finding employment.
Read the full Felony entry →This page is a plain-English reference and is not legal advice. State laws change frequently. For specific situations consult a licensed attorney in Indiana.