Asked by Jorden Gilmete on May 04, 2024
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A felony is a crime punishable by
A) death only.
B) imprisonment for more than one year.
C) imprisonment for less than one year.
D) None of these choices is correct.
Felony
A serious crime, typically involving violence, that is more severe than a misdemeanor and can result in significant prison time.
Imprisonment
The act of confining a person or restricting their freedom under legal authority, typically as punishment for committing a crime.
- Differentiate between felony and misdemeanor classifications of crimes.
Verified Answer
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Zybrea KnightMay 04, 2024
Final Answer :
B
Explanation :
A felony is defined as a crime that is punishable by imprisonment for more than one year.
Learning Objectives
- Differentiate between felony and misdemeanor classifications of crimes.