A '''misdemeanor''' is considered to be a less serious form of crime. It is often punishable by less than a year in prison, probation, or only a fine. Public intoxication would be an example of a misdemeanor. | A '''misdemeanor''' is considered to be a less serious form of crime. It is often punishable by less than a year in prison, probation, or only a fine. Public intoxication would be an example of a misdemeanor. |