Intellectual Property Theft in Indiana
Key Takeaways Indiana treats unauthorized access to trade secrets or protected data as a Level 6 felony under state law. A Level 6 felony conviction can bring six months to two and one-half years in prison. Fines for a Level 6 felony conviction may reach ten thousand dollars in addition to prison time. Trade secrets, copyrighted works, and trademarks each face distinct forms of theft under Indiana law. Victims can pursue both criminal charges and…
