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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.
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A '''misdemeanor''' is considered to be a minor crime.  It is typically punishable by a small fine or probation, and never longer than a year in prison.  Public intoxication would be an example of a misdemeanor.
  
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[[Felony]]
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Latest revision as of 03:12, July 23, 2022

A misdemeanor is considered to be a minor crime. It is typically punishable by a small fine or probation, and never longer than a year in prison. Public intoxication would be an example of a misdemeanor.

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