What makes a crime a misdemeanor and a felony?
Crime usually categorized as a misdemeanor or felony. Your particular state lawmakers determine which crimes are more/less severe than others. Although there are exceptions to every rule, for practical purposes we can look at a misdemeanor crime as one in which the maximum penalty is one year or less in state prison. Felonies are crime which are categorized by our government as being more serious and therefore carry tougher consequences should conviction occur (typically at least one year). Please note that laws often depend on circumstance; crimes that may be felonies in one case may be misdemeanors in others. Contacting an attorney will increase the likelihood of being charged with a lesser offence. back to top..
