Indiana Code 35-43-1-5. Tampering with a water supply; poisoning
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Sec. 5. (a) A person who, with the intent to cause serious bodily injury, tampers with a:
For details, see Ind. Code § 35-50-2-4.5, Ind. Code § 35-50-2-5 and Ind. Code § 35-50-2-5.5
(2) water treatment plant (as defined in IC 13-11-2-264); or
(1) water supply;
Attorney's Note
Under the Indiana Code, punishments for crimes depend on the classification. In the case of this section:| Class | Prison | Fine |
|---|---|---|
| Level 2 felony | between 10 and 30 years | up to $10,000 |
| Level 3 felony | between 3 and 16 years | up to $10,000 |
| Level 4 felony | between 2 and 12 years | up to $10,000 |
(3) water distribution system (as defined in IC 13-11-2-259);
commits tampering with a water supply, a Level 4 felony. However, the offense is a Level 2 felony if it results in the death of any person.
(b) A person who recklessly, knowingly, or intentionally poisons a public water supply with the intent to cause serious bodily injury commits poisoning, a Level 3 felony.
As added by P.L.137-2007, SEC.35. Amended by P.L.231-2007, SEC.3; P.L.158-2013, SEC.457.