Sec. 5. (a) A child who knowingly, intentionally, or recklessly possesses a firearm for any purpose other than a purpose described in section 1 of this chapter commits dangerous possession of a firearm, a Class A misdemeanor. However, the offense is a Level 5 felony if the child has a prior conviction under this section or has been adjudicated a delinquent for an act that would be an offense under this section if committed by an adult.
(b) A child who knowingly or intentionally provides a firearm to another child whom the child knows:
(1) is ineligible for any reason to purchase or otherwise receive from a dealer a firearm; or
(2) intends to use the firearm to commit a crime;
commits a Level 5 felony. However, the offense is a Level 3 felony if the other child uses the firearm to commit murder (IC 35-42-1-1).
As added by P.L.140-1994, SEC.12. Amended by P.L.203-1996, SEC.4; P.L.158-2013, SEC.602; P.L.152-2014, SEC.8.
Structure Indiana Code
Title 35. Criminal Law and Procedure
Article 47. Weapons and Instruments of Violence
Chapter 10. Children and Firearms
35-47-10-1. Application and Exemptions
35-47-10-5. Dangerous Possession and Unlawful Transfer of a Firearm
35-47-10-6. Dangerous Control of a Firearm
35-47-10-7. Permitting Child to Possess a Firearm
35-47-10-8. Term of Imprisonment in Addition to Criminal Penalty
35-47-10-9. Consecutive Sentences Imposed
35-47-10-10. Rehabilitation of Child; Placement in Quasi-Military Program