What exactly is a Misdemeanor? For many of us the line between a misdemeanor and a felony, or even different classes of misdemeanors is blurry. We’ve taken the time to out line the differences between the different classes of misdemeanors and the most common punishments for each one.
A misdemeanor offense can include but isn’t limited to:
Simple Assault and Assault on a Female
Assault on a Government Official
Assault with a Deadly Weapon
Child Abuse
Carrying a Concealed Weapon
Violation of a 50-B (Domestic Violence Protective Order)
Possession of Marijuana
Possession of Drug Paraphernalia
Shoplifting/Concealment of Goods
Misdemeanor Larceny
Possession of Stolen Goods
Trespassing (First Degree and Second Degree)
Communicating Threats
Resisting a Police/Law Enforcement Officer
Prostitution
Underage Drinking
Each of these offenses falls into a different class of misdemeanor. Class A1 is the most serious offense and a person who is charged with a Class A1 misdemeanor faces a maximum penalty of 150 days in jail, as well as a fine that may be imposed at the discretion of the Court. A Class 3 misdemeanor is the least serious offense. A person who is charged with a Class 3 misdemeanor faces a maximum penalty of twenty 20 days in jail, as well as a fine that may be imposed at the discretion of the Court, although the fine may not exceed $200. To help outline the different classes of misdemeanors take a look at our Misdemeanor Fact Sheet below.
Members of the experienced team at Greene Wilson Styron can explain your possible outcomes, investigate your offense, and help you avoid the negative consequences you may face. For more information or to schedule a consultation, please contact Greene Wilson Styron Attorneys at Law by calling (252) 634-9400 or visiting nctriallawyer.com.
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Types of Misdemeanors
What exactly is a Misdemeanor? For many of us the line between a misdemeanor and a felony, or even different classes of misdemeanors is blurry. We’ve taken the time to out line the differences between the different classes of misdemeanors and the most common punishments for each one.
A misdemeanor offense can include but isn’t limited to:
Simple Assault and Assault on a Female
Assault on a Government Official
Assault with a Deadly Weapon
Child Abuse
Carrying a Concealed Weapon
Violation of a 50-B (Domestic Violence Protective Order)
Possession of Marijuana
Possession of Drug Paraphernalia
Shoplifting/Concealment of Goods
Misdemeanor Larceny
Possession of Stolen Goods
Trespassing (First Degree and Second Degree)
Communicating Threats
Resisting a Police/Law Enforcement Officer
Prostitution
Underage Drinking
Each of these offenses falls into a different class of misdemeanor. Class A1 is the most serious offense and a person who is charged with a Class A1 misdemeanor faces a maximum penalty of 150 days in jail, as well as a fine that may be imposed at the discretion of the Court. A Class 3 misdemeanor is the least serious offense. A person who is charged with a Class 3 misdemeanor faces a maximum penalty of twenty 20 days in jail, as well as a fine that may be imposed at the discretion of the Court, although the fine may not exceed $200. To help outline the different classes of misdemeanors take a look at our Misdemeanor Fact Sheet below.
Members of the experienced team at Greene Wilson Styron can explain your possible outcomes, investigate your offense, and help you avoid the negative consequences you may face. For more information or to schedule a consultation, please contact Greene Wilson Styron Attorneys at Law by calling (252) 634-9400 or visiting nctriallawyer.com.
