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Misdemeanor crimes are by far the most common charges filed by the state of Indiana. By definition, misdemeanors are crimes that are punishable by less than one year in jail and fines of $5,000 or less. Misdemeanor crimes include possession of marijuana, first-time theft, public intoxication and trespassing charges.

One of the biggest mistakes people charged with misdemeanors in Indiana make is to not treat the offense seriously. Even though the immediate consequences may be relatively slight, the collateral and long-term consequences could be devastating. In addition to up to one year in jail time, probation, fines and license suspensions are possible penalties associated with convictions for misdemeanor offenses. At The Law Office of John Alt, I am a former magistrate judge who has the experience and skill necessary to help you with your misdemeanor and felony charges

Misdemeanors In Indiana

In Indiana, misdemeanors are classified as Class A misdemeanors, Class B misdemeanors and Class C misdemeanors, each with varying penalties depending on the circumstances of the crime. Some types of misdemeanor crimes include:

  • Assault and battery
  • Disorderly conduct
  • Domestic battery
  • Expired tags
  • Indecent exposure
  • Loitering
  • Possession of marijuana
  • Public intoxication
  • Theft
  • Trespassing

Class A Misdemeanor In Indiana

In Indiana, Class A misdemeanors are considered the most serious type of misdemeanor and can include crimes such as battery with bodily injury, possession of marijuana and carrying a handgun without a license. If convicted, a person could face:

  • Up to one year in jail
  • Up to $5,000 in fines

Protecting Your Future In Indiana

Contact a skilled Indianapolis misdemeanor lawyer like John Stephen Alt today. Do not attempt to represent yourself or underestimate the negative consequences a misdemeanor conviction can have on your future.

Any sort of conviction can result in negative future consequences – an inability to obtain gainful employment, government benefits, professional licensure or admission to college. You need an aggressive, experienced misdemeanors attorney in Indianapolis because one mistake that results in a criminal conviction can follow you for the rest of your life.

I Will Aggressively Protect Your Rights

For a tough-as-nails misdemeanor defense in the Indianapolis area, call my Indianapolis office at 317-981-7399. You can also contact me online.