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Every crime is either a felony or a misdemeanor. A felony is any crime that is punishable by more than 1 year in prison or by death. A misdemeanor is a crime for which the maximum punishment is 1 year or less.
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∙ 9y agoA misdemeanor is a minor crime that usually can lead to up to one year in jail or prison. Some charges of drug possession and driving will intoxicated are sometimes misdemeanors.
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Is fleeing misdameanor probation a felony?
fleeing on misdaMEANOR PROBATION what could the consequenses be
Will misdameanor charges show up on a employers background check?
Misdemeanor charges can show up on an employer's background check, depending on the type of check they run and the laws in your location. It's important to be honest about your criminal history if asked by an employer, as providing false information could be grounds for termination.
A less serious crime punishable by a short sentence or fine?
Misdameanor is a term often used to describe the scenario in the question.
Can you become a security guard with a misdameanor?
Most places will allow for you to become an unarmed guard... having a felony is a problem though.
Can possession of a firearm misdameanor prevent the purchase of a firearm in Michigan?
You need to consult with a lawyer familiar with MI firearms law.
How to find case numbers for misdameanor amd felony court convictions in Santa Cruz County?
In California, you would likely have to go to the court clerk's office.
First time offense Auto vandalism misdemeanor or felony?
Depends on the extent of the damage if it is less than $400 it is a misdameanor, but if it exceeds $400 its considered a felony.
Does a 15 yr old that is caught with a cigarette is it an infraction or misdameanor?
i dont think so, but i'd ask your local police station. plus its not good to smoke hun, CANCER!
Will Michigan extradit someone from Texas on a bench warrant for a misdameanor?
All US states and territories honor each other's requests for extradition. If MI wants you badly enough to extradite you from TX on a misdemeanor, yes, they will.
If a state law and a federal law give different rules about the same thing which law is supreme?
Federal law will always over-ride state law, which is synonymous to felony law will always over-ride misdameanor
Does ma extradite on misdameanor from cn?
There's no certain answer. It can depend on the seriousness of the misdemeanor and how badly they want you returned. Just remember though, if you're ever stopped in MA you WILL be subject to arrest. It's best just to get the thing cleared up.
Will a minor misdameanor prevent you from enlisting in the army?
Misdemeanor's are normally negotiable; only the recruiter will be knowledgable about the current regulations.
