What is the range of punishment for my offense?
The punishment range depends on the offense and following list explains punishment ranges the class of offense: Class C misdemeanor (tickets): fine only and amounts will differ depending on the offense Class B misdemeanor: up to 180 days in jail and/or up to $2,000 fine Class A misdemeanor: up to one year in jail and/or up to $4,000 fine State Jail felony: minimum 6 months in jail and a maximum 2 years in state jail, and up to $5,000 fine 3rd degree felony: minimum 2 years and a maximum 10 years in prison and up to $10,000 fine 2nd degree felony: minimum 2 years and a maximum 20 years in prison and up to $10,000 fine 1st degree felony: minimum 5 years and a maximum 99 years or life in prison and up to $10,000 fine Some clients will qualify for probation or deferred adjudication instead of jail or prison time. The above sentences do not consider any priory criminal history or aggravating circumstances.
