What Is the Difference Between a Felony and a Misdemeanor

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Multiple Choice

What is the difference between a felony and a misdemeanor?

• A)A felony is punishable by no more than twelve months in custody,whereas a misdemeanor is punishable by greater than one year in custody.
• B)A felony sentence can be one year or more,whereas a misdemeanor sentence is usually twelve months or less.
• C)A felony involves any crime dealing with theft,whereas misdemeanors involve violent crimes.
• D)People who are sentenced to misdemeanors cannot pay fines,whereas those who are sentenced to felonies must pay fines.

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