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It depends on the felony
A class three felony carries from 2 to 5 years in prison and a fine of up to $25,000. There are many sentence options between from probation to an extended term of up to 10 years. For more on felonies see the related links below.
The depends entirely upon the type of felony.
You can get up to 3 to 4 years
Forever.
Sentences of probation are given at the sole discretion of the judge. There is no set term of probation for any offense, it can be as long, or as short, as the judge wishes to set it. And. . . he doesn't have to offer it at all.
50 to life
Depends on the application. If it stipulates a time period then only within that time period. Example: Have you been convicted of a felony in the last 7 years? In the above example if you were convicted of a felony 5 years ago you have to answer yes. If you were convicted of a felony 10 years ago you can answer no. If the question asks "Have you ever been convicted of a felony?" and you have, reguardless of the amount of time that has passed, then you have to answer yes.
Your entire life.
Criminal domestic violence was made a felony in many states in the 1980s and 1990s. However, specific years vary by state.
Criminal records are forever.
There are some limits, but not many in Florida. Felony crimes with a life or capital punishment have no limit. Others are limited to 3 years.