2007-03-29 08:37:17 · 6 answers · asked by Ikeina S 1 in Politics & Government ➔ Law & Ethics
I don't know about nation-wide, But I know that habitual misdemeanors are considered felonious in my neck of the woods. High- court misdemeanors can carry the same severity as felonies under certain circumstances. Misdemeanors tend to be less serious in nature, Whereas felonies are usually serious violations of state law. Once you have one, it's easy to get another one for something you didn't even know was a felony.
2007-03-29 12:35:47 · answer #1 · answered by 35 YEARS OF INTUITION 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
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2016-06-12 00:39:37 · answer #2 · answered by ? 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
That dates back centuries to the old English legal system.
The basic distinction is between serious crimes (felonies), minor crimes (misdemeanors) and non-criminal infractions (violations of local ordinances).
2007-03-29 08:43:52 · answer #3 · answered by coragryph 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Depending on the severity of your crime, the difference is how long it will stay on your record also.
2007-03-29 08:43:19 · answer #4 · answered by Peach 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Depends on the seriousness of the crime
2007-03-29 08:41:21 · answer #5 · answered by skcs11 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Felonies are more serious and have a harsher penalty
2007-03-29 08:44:37 · answer #6 · answered by JessicaRabbit 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋