Criminal Vandalism
IC 35-43-1-2 — a Class B misdemeanor, and a Class A misdemeanor from $750 of loss
Recklessly, knowingly or intentionally damaging or defacing another person's property without consent is criminal vandalism, a Class B misdemeanor. Pecuniary loss is everything it costs to restore the property to its former condition.
Who handles this in Indiana: legal aid programs and the state offices, listed in the Indiana directory.
| Criminal vandalism where | Level |
|---|---|
| Criminal vandalism whereThe loss is at least $750 but less than $50,000 | LevelClass A misdemeanor |
| Criminal vandalism whereThe property is a place of worship, a school or community center, a cemetery or grave marker, or a cave | LevelClass A misdemeanor |
| Criminal vandalism whereThe loss is at least $50,000, or it interrupts a public utility service, or damages a public record | LevelLevel 6 felony |
| Criminal vandalism whereIt damages a critical infrastructure facility | LevelLevel 5 felony |
On a conviction involving graffiti, the court may also have the driver's license or learner's permit suspended for not more than one year, and may lift that order early where the person has removed or painted over the graffiti or made other suitable restitution.
Sources for this section (1)
- IC 35-43-1-2 — Criminal vandalism
Legal information, not legal advice. Verified as of October 2026. Applying it to a particular situation is the work of a licensed Indiana attorney.