Full question:
Is a DUI and driving without a license a felony?
- Category: Criminal
- Date:
- State: Indiana
Answer:
In Indiana, driving under the influence (DUI) is classified as a Class B misdemeanor, while driving without a valid driver's license is a Class C infraction. According to Indiana Code:
- Section 14-16-1-20(c): It is illegal to operate a vehicle on a public highway without a valid driver's license.
- Section 14-16-1-23(a): It is prohibited to drive while under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
- Section 14-16-1-29: Violating these laws generally results in a Class C infraction or a Class B misdemeanor, depending on the specific violation.
Therefore, neither a DUI nor driving without a license is classified as a felony in Indiana.
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