Level 6 felonies are the lowest level felonies charged in Indiana. Indiana Level 6 felonies are generally viewed as being more severe than misdemeanors, yet less severe than all other levels of felonies. Accordingly, the potential penalties associated with Indiana Level 6 felonies are greater than those associated with misdemeanors, yet less than all other levels of felonies.
Being convicted of Indiana Level 6 felonies carries significant collateral consequences and can have a major negative impact on your future employment, housing, and rights. Northwest Indiana felony defense lawyer Joseph M. Roberts understands the impact a felony conviction will have on your future and makes avoiding a felony conviction a top priority.
Attorney Roberts will strive to obtain a reduction or even outright dismissal of the Level 6 felony charge(s) against you. If you are charged with Indiana Level 6 felonies, contact our office now to discuss your best defense against the charge(s).
Potential Imprisonment for Indiana Level 6 Felonies
All Indiana Level 6 felonies subject the accused to a term of imprisonment of 6 months to 2.5 years. Although the majority of these sentences would be served in the local county jail, it is possible for the sentence to be served in an Indiana Department of Correction prison facility.
Indiana law also provides Courts with great latitude to order sentences to be served in alternative placements. Courts have the authority to allow many of the sentences to be served in a work release program, or on home detention, or even to suspend all or a portion of the sentence to probation. For most people accused of committing a crime, avoiding jail is a top priority.
The latitude afforded to the Courts in imposing sentences for Indiana Level 6 felonies provides Attorney Roberts with an opportunity to not only minimize the length of a sentence but also to propose a sentence structured to minimize the impact it may have on your life and daily affairs.
Potential Fine for Indiana Level 6 Felonies
All Indiana Level 6 felonies subject the accused to a fine of up to $10,000.00. Although Indiana law provides Courts with the authority to impose substantial fines, it also gives the Courts a great amount of discretion when imposing fines. This discretion provides Attorney Roberts with an opportunity to minimize the consequences of your situation.
The difference between being hit with a large fine and being assessed a fine that is suspended in full or significantly minimized can more than pay for the fees associated with the zealous representation of Attorney Roberts.
Examples of Indiana Level 6 Felonies
Level 6 felonies are charged with greater frequency than any other level felony in Indiana. There are many offenses that may be charged as Level 6 felonies. Some offenses are strictly charged as Level 6 felonies, while other offenses may be enhanced to Level 6 felonies under certain circumstances.
If you’re facing charges that could be classified as Level 6 felonies, consulting with an experienced Northwest Indiana criminal defense lawyer can help you navigate the complexities of your case and work towards the best possible outcome.
Below is just a small sample of common Level 6 felonies. The list is merely intended to give some examples of Indiana Level 6 felonies and is in no way inclusive of all Indiana Level 6 felonies.
- Theft, Auto Theft, Fraud, Forgery, Possession of a Controlled Substance, OWI with a Prior Conviction of 7 Years, Neglect of a Dependent, Criminal Confinement, Strangulation, Sexual Battery, Failure to Register as a Sex Offender, Residential Entry, Counterfeiting, Official Misconduct, False Reporting, Dealing in a Controlled Substance, Possession of Methamphetamine
What to do if you are charged with Indiana Level 6 Felonies
If you or a loved one has been charged with a Level 6 felony offense, you have rights, and you don’t have to do it alone. Your next call can make all the difference in protecting your rights and preserving your freedoms. Put your mind at ease and contact Northwest Indiana criminal defense lawyer Joseph M. Roberts now to schedule your FREE, informative, no-obligation case evaluation.