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Assault and battery are similar offenses that can be considered one offense but are often classified as separate ones. Any crime with a physical attack is usually classified as assault or battery. Generally, assault refers to any actions which may suggest someone intends to cause physical harm. On the other hand, battery refers to the physical act of harm.  As such, even the mere threat of...

Felonies are any criminal offenses that result in a year or more in prison. These are the highest offenses in the legal system, and charges range from property damage to violent crimes. When it comes to punishment and sentencing, felonies are often classified into different levels, similar to misdemeanor charges.  A class D felony is the lowest classified offense in most states. Every...

Misdemeanors are classified by the severity of the crime. Each state uses different names for each “level” of a misdemeanor charge. Most misdemeanors are punishable by both a fine and jail time. However, the maximum punishment for jail time is normally one year in a local jail; this is the biggest difference between a felony and a misdemeanor. Although it’s a less serious charge than a...

Getting a misdemeanor expunged is the easiest way you can let go of a criminal past and move on with your life. Expungement means to legally pardon a person’s previous crime. For people with a criminal record, getting a previous misdemeanor expunged is the last step in getting closure. This article helps you learn what steps you need to take to get a misdemeanor expunged from your...

In the US, crimes are divided into different categories depending on the severity of the crime. You may have commonly heard of these criminal charges referred to as felonies, misdemeanors, and infractions. Felonies are serious crimes, such as murder and trafficking. Misdemeanors are less serious crimes, or minor offenses, such as disorderly conduct and DUI charges.  Depending on which...