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Understanding Criminal Charges: Felony, Misdemeanor, and Infraction

Understanding Criminal Charges: Felony, Misdemeanor, and Infraction

The legal system categorizes criminal charges into three main categories: felony, misdemeanor, and infraction. These categories are based on the severity of the crime, and each has its own set of penalties. Felony: A felony is the most serious category of criminal offense. These crimes are punishable by imprisonment for more than a year and, in some cases, a fine. Some of the most common types of felony crimes include murder, rape, arson, or theft of a large sum of money. Conviction for a felony comes with a variety of consequences, including the loss of the right to own a…
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