Misdemeanors are serious crimes that are punishable by imprisonment. a. true b. false

Social Studies · High School · Wed Jan 13 2021

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b. false

  • Misdemeanors are not considered as serious as felonies but are more serious than infractions (also known as petty crimes). While misdemeanors may be punishable by imprisonment, it is typically for a shorter duration than felony sentences and is served in a local or county jail rather than a high-security prison. The severity of misdemeanors can vary, but they generally include crimes like petty theft, vandalism, public intoxication, simple assault, disorderly conduct, and various traffic violations. The punishment for a misdemeanor can include jail time (often less than one year), fines, community service, probation, and restitution.

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