FELONIES- Felonies are serious crimes punishable by death or incarceration for a period of time.
- 6 Classes of Felonies
MISDEMEANORS- Lesser crime punishable by no more than one year of incarceration or just local jail.
-4 Classes of Misdemeanors
Crimes are classified for the purpose of the sentencing.
- 6 Classes of Felonies
MISDEMEANORS- Lesser crime punishable by no more than one year of incarceration or just local jail.
-4 Classes of Misdemeanors
Crimes are classified for the purpose of the sentencing.
Status Offense- A violation of the law that only applies to juveniles or people under the age of 18.
Examples include: Truancy, curfew violations, running away from your home.
Examples include: Truancy, curfew violations, running away from your home.
Capital Offense: Any criminal charge that is punishable by death such as the death penalty.
Reasonable Suspicion Vs. Probable cause
- Reasonable Suspicion is the legal standard of proof in United States that is less than probable cause, the legal standard for arrests and warrants.
- Probable cause is the legal standard by which a police officer has the right to make an arrest, conduct a personal or property search, or obtain a warrant for arrest.