Indiana Drug Possession Law
Indiana Drug Possession Defense
What you're facing under Ind. Code § 35-48-4-7, how the penalties scale, and the questions your attorney needs to answer, specific to Indiana (IN) law.
Offense Class
Class A Misdemeanor; Level 6 Felony (prior conviction or amount enhancement)
Maximum Penalty
1 year (Class A); 2.5 years (Level 6)
Maximum Fine
$5,000 (Class A); $10,000 (Level 6)
Penalty Range in Indiana
Charge Enhancements
These factors can elevate the charge or penalty in Indiana:
- Prior conviction (Level 6 Felony)
- Possession in or near school, park, or family housing complex (Level 6 Felony)
- Enhancing circumstances (Level 5 Felony)
Indiana-Specific Detail
Indiana consolidated many possession offenses under § 35-48-4-7. Schedule and amount determine base level. Diversion programs available for first-time offenders.
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Important: This page provides legal INFORMATION about Indiana drug possession law as of the date of publication. Laws change frequently. This is not legal advice. The analysis draws on methods developed by defense attorneys, applied to public data. Your attorney remains the final authority on defense direction.