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The majority of U.S. states classify crimes into two main categories: felonies and misdemeanors. Felonies are serious offenses that typically result in harsher penalties, such as imprisonment for over a year, while misdemeanors are less severe crimes, usually punishable by fines or shorter jail sentences. Some states also have specific classifications for lesser offenses called infractions or violations. This classification system helps determine the legal consequences and judicial processes for various criminal acts.

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