Probably not. With the exception of crimes such as possession of a firearm by a convicted felon, a prior charge or conviction is irrelevant to the new charge.
If convicted of the new charge, the prior offense could impact sentencing.
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A non-proccessed felony charge means 1.) That a person has been accused of a felony crime (one that will result in a minimum of 5 years in prison if convicted) and is awaiting a preliminary hearing, or 2.) A felony charge that was dropped.
For a Class H Felony, the penalty is a fine of up to $10,000, or imprisonment of up to 6 years, or both; however, for a repeat offender, the term of imprisonment may increase up to 2 years with prior misdemeanor convictions, and up to 6 years with a prior felony conviction.
Three years
In Florida, a 3rd or subsequent offense within ten years is a 3rd degree felony. Prior to that the offense is a misdemeanor.
In Michigan a DUI becomes a felony upon the third offense within ten years. Prior convictions are misdemeanors.
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In Connecticut, a DUI will become a felony upon the third offense within ten years. Prior to that, it is a misdemeanor offense.
In Georgia, a DUI will become a felony upon the fourth offense committed within ten years. Prior to that, they will be misdemeanors.
Is sure is and I should know, I have the charge on me and it is definitely listed as felony. It is also punishable by 5 years in prison, but if it the only offense or first time offense, one may receive probation, restitution and fines depending on their prior criminal records.
Class F FelonyFor a Class F Felony, the penalty is a fine of up to $25,000, or imprisonment of up to 12-1/2 years, or both; however, for a repeat offender, the term of imprisonment may increase up to 2 years with prior misdemeanor convictions, and up to 6 years with a prior felony conviction.
If you were convicted of the felony, you may not possess a firearm. If you were not found guilty, you may. Charge is a very vague term.