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The punishment is set forth by law and can vary from state to state. USUALLY, but NOT always - a Misdemeanor offense is defined as any crime punishable by a maximum sentence of NOT MORE THAN one year in jail. Any crime punishable by a minimum sentence of MORE THAN one year in prison is designated a Felony. These standards may NOT be applicable in your jurisdiction.
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What is the mandatory minimum for felony petty theft?
This question depends on where you are going to court. Minimums are set by state or local law.Added: The MINIMUM jail time for a felony offense is more than one year plus one day in jail. However: The terminology "felony petty theft" in an oxymoron. If it is Petty (Petit) Theft, by definition, it would be a misdemeanor offense, NOT a felony, and punishable by jail not to exceed one year.
First time ever charged with a crime petty offense can you get probation?
I don't know. Possible.
Is first offense petty larceny charges in WV usually dismissed?
No. But you could be offered probation. No one is guaranteed one free bite at the apple.
What is a petty offense?
The term has no legal meaning. It is a slang phrase used to describe a criminal that trafficks mainly in minor, non-violent, property crimes. ------------------------------ petty is a small amount ex: petty theift an amount stolen under a grand grand theift...
What actors and actresses appeared in Petty Offense - 2012?
The cast of Petty Offense - 2012 includes: Will Beinbrink as Ben Lynette DuPree as Debbie Daniel Galo as Humberto Jen Lilley as Laura Leyna Weber as Gwen
Can you be a teacher if convicted of petty larceny?
I believe that minor petty offense would not be a bar to emoployment as a teacher -BUT- that decision will be made by the School System that you apply to.
Are license plate covers illegal in Florida?
I am going to court tomorrow, will let you know....
What is the sentence for first time misdemeanor?
A misdemeanor is a type of criminal offense, considered to be less severe than, say, a felony. A first time misdemeanor would be called such when it is the first time an offender has been caught for such an offense, and as such would probably be given a much lighter punishment than a repeat offender. Many misdemeanors are punished with fines, or a restriction of privileges e.g. loss of a driving license. Examples of misdemeanors could include reckless driving, petty theft, public drunkenness or criminal damage.
Was tar and feather a practical joke?
No, it was a punishment for con men and other petty criminals.
What is the order to classification of criminal acts from lowest to highest?
petty offense, misdemeanor, felony... -- cchs
How was the Nazi government controlling?
They took away the peoples rights and had severe punishment's for petty crimes.
What happened in the Tudor punishment of being crushed?
because they could of committed treason or petty treason.
