Indiana Code 6-2.5-9-6. Vehicle and watercraft title or aircraft registration; payment of taxes requisite; offenses
(1) presents proper evidence, prescribed by the department, showing that the state gross retail and use taxes imposed in respect to the vehicle, watercraft, or aircraft have been paid or that the state gross retail and use taxes are inapplicable because of an exemption; or
Attorney's Note
Under the Indiana Code, punishments for crimes depend on the classification. In the case of this section:| Class | Prison | Fine |
|---|---|---|
| Class A misdemeanor | up to 1 year | up to $5,000 |
Terms Used In Indiana Code 6-2.5-9-6
- Evidence: Information presented in testimony or in documents that is used to persuade the fact finder (judge or jury) to decide the case for one side or the other.
(b) A person who:
(1) is a purchaser of a vehicle, aircraft, or watercraft;
(2) is required to pay the state gross retail or use tax to the department, through the bureau of motor vehicles, Indiana department of transportation, department of natural resources, or a county treasurer; and
(3) knowingly fails to remit all or part of the state gross retail or use tax that is due;
commits a Class A misdemeanor.
As added by Acts 1980, P.L.52, SEC.1. Amended by P.L.26-1985, SEC.8; P.L.6-1987, SEC.7; P.L.335-1989(ss), SEC.6; P.L.18-1990, SEC.20.