Criminal Definitions

Crime: A crime is an act committed or omitted in violation of a law and for which punishment is imposed upon conviction.
Civil Infraction: An act or omission prohibited by law which is not a crime.
Misdemeanor: A misdemeanor offense is a crime. A misdemeanor crime is not considered serious, but a convicted individual can be jailed for up to a year, placed on probation, or ordered to pay a fine.
Felony: Felonies are considered the most serious types of crimes, and are punishable by more than one year in prison. Unlike misdemeanors, defendants convicted of felonies serve their sentences in a state or federal prison rather than a local, city, or county jail.

Disclaimer: The information provided on this website is of a general nature and should be not intended to be used as legal advice. Please make an appointment with Student Legal Services to discuss your legal matters.

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