What is the distinction between a felony and a misdemeanor?
A misdemeanor is a minor offense punishable by less than one year of jail time. A more serious crime, like arson or murder, is known as a felony offense, carrying harsh penalties like lengthy prison sentences. Felonies remain on a person’s record, likely affecting one’s future prospects in a negative way. These carry much steeper consequences, and can destroy chances of success if any future crimes are committed. For more answers to your criminal case questions in Volusia County and Daytona Beach, please contact an attorney at Hager & Schwartz today!
