Indiana § 35-50-5-2 - Alternative fine
Full text of Indiana Indiana Code § 35-50-5-2 — Alternative fine, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 35-50-5-2. Alternative fine
Sec. 2. In the alternative to the provisions concerning fines in this article, a person may be fined a sum equal to twice his pecuniary gain, or twice the pecuniary loss sustained by victims of the offense he committed.
As added by Acts 1976, P.L.148, SEC.8. Amended by Acts 1977, P.L.340, SEC.131.
Frequently Asked Questions About Indiana § 35-50-5-2
What does Indiana Code § 35-50-5-2 cover?
Section 35-50-5-2 ("Alternative fine") is part of the Indiana Code, the codified statutory law of Indiana. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Indiana § 35-50-5-2?
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Is this the official text of Indiana law?
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