Unlawful Restraint is a state jail felony if the victim is under 17 years. Which option correctly states the felony level when the victim is under 17?

• A. Class A Misdemeanor
• B. State Jail Felony
• C. 3rd Degree Felony
• D. 2nd Degree Felony

Answer: (B)

Age-based penalties drive many offense levels. For unlawful restraint, the typical penalty is a Class A misdemeanor, but when the victim is under 17, the statute elevates it to a state jail felony. This reflects extra protection for minors and changes the punishment range to 180 days to 2 years in a state jail facility. So, with a minor as the victim, the offense is correctly classified as a state jail felony, which sits between a Class A misdemeanor and higher felonies in terms of severity.