Felonies & Misdemeanors can be thought of as two different levels of criminal offense. A felony is the more serious level of offense and can often carry prison sentences for convictions. Most cases involving misdemeanors carry lesser or no prison time. However, both felonies & misdemeanors are a part of one’s criminal record unless expunged by a court of law.
What Comes Next After the Arrest?
Have you been arrested for a crime or are you a suspect in a crime? The criminal justice process varies from state to state, and the federal criminal justice system has its own rules, procedures, and terms for processing those accused of federal crimes. However, in many cases, the following outlines the general process involved when you are charged with a crime. Grand Jury …
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The Pros and Cons of Plea Bargaining
When faced with criminal charges, a defendant often has one simple goal. That is, to minimize the potential penalty. Of course, being found innocent at trial, and being aquitted, is the best way to avoid jail time and other penalties. However, going to trial can be risky because it is impossible to predict what a jury will decide. Therefore, many defendants choose to …
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