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What is the difference between a Felony, Misdemeanor, and Infraction?

April 26, 2017difference felony infraction misdemeanor

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What is the difference between a Felony, Misdemeanor, and Infraction?

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The difference is the severity of the crime. Felonies are more serious offenses that can result in jail time of more than one year, probation, and fines. Misdemeanors are less serious crimes in which jail time can run less than one year and include probation and/or fines as well. Infractions have no jail time but may incur fines and/or community service and infractions are not reportable in background search reports.