Extra | Felonies And Misdemeanor | Classes And Stages

Question 1

What is a third degree felony charge?

Answer 1

The lowest designation of a felony, which is punishable by 2-10 years in prison and a fine of up to $10,000.

Question 2

What are some examples of third degree felony charges?

Answer 2

stalking, deadly conduct with a firearm, intoxication assault, and possession of a firearm as a felon.

Question 3

What is a second degree felony?

Answer 3

More serious than a third degree felony. Punishable by a maximum prison term of 20 years and a minimum of 2 and a fine of up to $10,000.

Question 4

What are some examples of a second degree felony charge?

Answer 4

Aggravated Assault, Kidnapping, Intoxication Manslaughter, and many controlled substance charges

Question 5

What is a first degree felony?

Answer 5

the second-most severe type of crime in Texas. Convictions carry up to life imprisonment or 99 years maximum. The mandatory minimum is 5 years in jail.

Question 6

What are some examples of a first degree felony?

Answer 6

attempted capital murder, aggravated kidnapping, aggravated robbery, and aggravated sexual assault

Question 7

What is a capital felony?

Answer 7

Is the worst criminal offense. In Texas, conviction of a capital felony means the sentence imposed can be life imprisonment or death.

Question 8

What are some Examples of capital felonies?

Answer 8

• Intentional homicide
• kidnapping
• burglary
• robbery
• aggravated sexual assault

Question 9

What is a class C misdemeanor?

Answer 9

Penalty is restricted to a fine of no more than $500.

Question 10

What is a class B misdemeanor?

Answer 10

Penalties include a fine of no more than $2,000 and/or up to 180 days in a county jail.

Question 11

What is a class A misdemeanor?

Answer 11

Penalties include a fine of no more than $4,000 and/or up to 1 year in a county jail.