The Difference Between Misdemeanors<span> and </span>Felonies<span>. </span>Felonies<span> and </span>misdemeanors<span>are two classifications of crimes used in most states, with petty </span>offenses<span> being the third. Petty </span>offenses<span> are sometimes called violations and are usually punished by a fine with no jail time.</span>
A misdemeanor is a serious offence and can be punishable by up to a year in prison, but a felony is MORE serious, and the punishment is harsher than for a felony.
