Asked by Silvia Torres on Jun 14, 2024
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A misdemeanor 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.
Misdemeanor
A criminal offense that is less serious than a felony and typically punishable by fine, penalty, or short-term imprisonment.
Imprisonment
The act of confining someone in a prison or a similar facility as a form of punishment for committing a crime.
- Distinguish between the classifications of crimes as felonies and misdemeanors.
Verified Answer
SV
Sheryl VaughnJun 18, 2024
Final Answer :
C
Explanation :
A misdemeanor is a crime that is less serious than a felony and is typically punishable by imprisonment for less than one year, often served in a local or county jail rather than a high-security prison.
Learning Objectives
- Distinguish between the classifications of crimes as felonies and misdemeanors.