Indiana Code 35-44.1-4-7. Impersonating a firefighter at an emergency incident area
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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 |
| Class A misdemeanor | up to 1 year | up to $5,000 |
Terms Used In Indiana Code 35-44.1-4-7
- dispatched firefighter: means a member of:
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- emergency incident: includes :
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- emergency incident area: means the area surrounding a structure, vehicle, property, or area that:
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- firefighter: means an individual who is:
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Sec. 7. A person other than a firefighter who, with intent to mislead a firefighter or law enforcement officer as to the person’s status as a dispatched firefighter, knowingly or intentionally enters an emergency incident area while wearing, transporting, or otherwise possessing a uniform, fire protective clothing, or fire protective gear commits a Class A misdemeanor. However, the offense is a Level 6 felony if, as a proximate result of the person entering the emergency incident area, a person or firefighter suffers bodily injury.
As added by P.L.126-2012, SEC.54. Amended by P.L.158-2013, SEC.517.