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  2. Classes of offenses under United States federal law - Wikipedia

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    Misdemeanor A More than 6 months and less than 1 year: $100,000: 0-5 years: 1 year: 1 year: $25 B More than 30 days and less than 6 months: $5,000: 1 year: 1 year: $10 C

  3. Misdemeanor - Wikipedia

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    A misdemeanor (American English, [1] spelled misdemeanour elsewhere) is any "lesser" criminal act in some common law legal systems. Misdemeanors are generally punished less severely than more serious felonies, but theoretically more so than administrative infractions (also known as minor, petty, or summary offences) and regulatory offences.

  4. Reckless driving - Wikipedia

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    commits a Class B misdemeanor. (b) A person who operates a vehicle and who recklessly passes a school bus stopped on a roadway when the arm signal device specified in IC 9-21-12-13 is in the device's extended position commits a Class B misdemeanor. However, the offense is a Class A misdemeanor if it causes bodily injury to a person.

  5. What is the difference between a misdemeanor, a felony? - AOL

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    When someone is arrested, the crime is classified as either a misdemeanor or a felony, depending on the charge and its level of severity.

  6. Criminal charge - Wikipedia

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    The punishments generally include fines, suspension, probation, a small amount of jail time, or alcohol and drug classes. If the criminal charges are considered more serious like a felony, then there is a lengthier process for determining the punishment. Felonies include the most serious crimes such as murder and treason.

  7. Are citizens’ arrests legal in Texas? State law is blurry and ...

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    Unlawful restraint for one is a Class A misdemeanor, which could result in jail time. Worse, you could be sued in civil court for false imprisonment, according to Nelson. The arrested individual ...

  8. United States Federal Sentencing Guidelines - Wikipedia

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    The United States Federal Sentencing Guidelines are rules published by the U.S. Sentencing Commission that set out a uniform policy for sentencing individuals and organizations convicted of felonies and serious (Class A) misdemeanors [1] in the United States federal courts system. The Guidelines do not apply to less serious misdemeanors or ...

  9. Criminal law of the United States - Wikipedia

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    Battery is aggravated when using a weapon or dangerous object, when it results in disfigurement or serious physical injury. Assault and battery are classified as aggravated when directed towards a person with special status such as a law enforcement officer or elderly person. Assault becomes aggravated given the intention to murder or rape.