What is a Misdemeanor and What Does It Mean in Texas?

What is a Misdemeanor and What Does It Mean in Texas?

March 29, 2017

A felony charge is the most serious type of offense in Texas. For instance, types of felony crimes include murder, robbery and burglary. The lowest felony category is a state jail felony. The highest felony charge is capital murder. Punishment for a felony conviction ranges from a 180 days in state jail to death depending on the crime.

A misdemeanor charge is a lesser charge than felony. The punishment for a misdemeanor doesn’t include death. However, it does include some harsh penalties.

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