Indiana Code 33-43-2-1. Engaging in practice by person not admitted
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Sec. 1. A person who:
For details, see Ind. Code § 35-50-3-3
(2) conducts the trial of a case in a court in Indiana; or
(1) professes to be a practicing attorney;
Attorney's Note
Under the Indiana Code, punishments for crimes depend on the classification. In the case of this section:| Class | Prison | Fine |
|---|---|---|
| Class B misdemeanor | up to 180 days | up to $1,000 |
Terms Used In Indiana Code 33-43-2-1
- Attorney: includes a counselor or other person authorized to appear and represent a party in an action or special proceeding. See Indiana Code 1-1-4-5
- Trial: A hearing that takes place when the defendant pleads "not guilty" and witnesses are required to come to court to give evidence.
(3) engages in the business of a practicing lawyer;
without first having been admitted as an attorney by the supreme court commits a Class B misdemeanor.
[Pre-2004 Recodification Citation: 33-1-5-1.]
As added by P.L.98-2004, SEC.22.