Criminal Law

Types of Crime

There are two major types of crime: felonies and misdemeanors. The difference between these two types of crime is defined by the potential punishment for committing them. To find out more about the punishments in misdemeanor and felony cases contact Law Offices of Christopher J. Swatosh, LLC.

Felonies

A felony is a crime that is punishable by imprisonment for longer than one year. Common felonies include:

• Murder
• Burglury & Stealing
• Drug and DWI felonies
• Sex Offenses
• Kidnapping
• Assault in the 1st Degree / Assault in the 2nd Degree

Misdemeanor

A misdemeanor is a crime that is punishable by imprisonment for a year or less. Common misdemeanors include:

• Petty theft
• Driving under the influence
• Minor in possession of alcohol
• Misdemeanor Assault