Anson County Criminal Defense Attorneys

There are two main types of crimes: misdemeanors and felonies. While felonies are more serious than misdemeanors, a misdemeanor conviction can still result in jail time, fines, and other harsh penalties.

The following are the four categories of misdemeanors in North Carolina:

• Class A1 misdemeanors – Punishable by jail term of up 150 days and a fine that the court deems appropriate
• Class 1 misdemeanors – Punishable by a jail sentence of up to 120 days and a fine that the court deems appropriate
• Class 2 misdemeanors – Punishable by a jail term of up to 60 days and fine of up to $1,000
• Class 3 misdemeanors – Punishable by a jail sentence of up to 20 days and a fine of up to $200

Furthermore, there are three types of prior conviction levels: Level 1 (no prior convictions), Level 2 (one to four prior convictions), or Level 3 (five or more prior convictions). So, the misdemeanor charge and the prior conviction level will determine if you will serve an active (jail), intermediate (house arrest), or community punishment (probation and/or community service).

While misdemeanors carry jail sentences, felonies are punishable by lengthier prison terms. In addition, a conviction can result in the loss of gun rights and voting rights.

Here is every class of felony in NC:

• Class A felony – Life imprisonment with or without parole or the death penalty
• Class B1 felony – Carries a prison sentence between 144 months and life without parole
• Class B2 felony – Carries a prison term between 94 and 393 months