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When you are charged with a criminal crime, it is usually categorized as a felony or a misdemeanor. A felony offense is considered to be more serious than a misdemeanor. Both can appear on your criminal record.
Felonies
A felony is a crime that is punishable by more than one (1) year in prison or by death. Felonies are divided into different degrees, as follows:
|
Felony Class |
Maximum Jail Sentence |
Maximum Fine |
|
Capital Felony |
death or life imprisonment with no parole |
- |
|
Life Felony |
40 years to life |
$15,000 |
|
First Degree (1st) Felony |
30 years |
$10,000 |
|
Second Degree (2nd) Felony |
15 years |
$10,000 |
|
Third Degree (3rd) Felony |
5 years |
$5,000 |
Misdemeanors
A misdemeanor is a crime that is punishable by less than a year in prison.Misdemeanors do not usually involve serious bodily harm to another person. Misdemeanors are divided into different degrees, as follows:
|
Misdemeanor Class |
Maximum Jail Sentence |
Maximum Fine |
|
First Degree (1st) Misdemeanor |
1 year |
$1,000 |
|
Second Degree (2nd) Misdemeanor |
60 days |
$500 |
If you are being charged with a felony or misdemeanor, it is in your best interest to speak with an attorney. Please contact my office to evaluate your case and inform you of your options.321-727-0910.
