Indiana Code 3-14-3-18. Actions to unlawfully influence voter or candidate
(b) A person who, for the purpose of influencing a voter or candidate, does any of the following commits a Level 6 felony:
Attorney's Note
Under the Indiana Code, punishments for crimes depend on the classification. In the case of this section:| Class | Prison | Fine |
|---|---|---|
| Level 6 felony | between 6 mos. and 2 1/2 years | up to $10,000 |
Terms Used In Indiana Code 3-14-3-18
- Damages: Money paid by defendants to successful plaintiffs in civil cases to compensate the plaintiffs for their injuries.
(2) Ejects or threatens to eject the voter or candidate from a house the voter or candidate occupies.
(3) Begins a criminal prosecution.
(4) Damages the business or trade of the voter or candidate.
(5) Communicates a threat to commit a forcible felony (as defined in Ind. Code § 35-31.5-2-138) against a voter or candidate with the intent that the voter or candidate:
(A) engage in conduct against the voter’s or candidate’s will; or
(B) be placed in fear of retaliation for a prior lawful act as a voter or candidate.
As added by P.L.5-1986, SEC.10. Amended by P.L.176-1999, SEC.118; P.L.103-2005, SEC.36; P.L.114-2012, SEC.6; P.L.158-2013, SEC.42.