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What is the maximum fine for a Class A misdemeanor in Texas?
What is the maximum fine for a Class A misdemeanor in Texas?
Which of the following is an example of a misdemeanor offense in Texas?
Which of the following is an example of a misdemeanor offense in Texas?
What is the maximum jail time for a Class B misdemeanor in Texas?
What is the maximum jail time for a Class B misdemeanor in Texas?
What is the purpose of enhanced punishments for misdemeanors?
What is the purpose of enhanced punishments for misdemeanors?
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What is the range of jail time for a Class C misdemeanor in Texas?
What is the range of jail time for a Class C misdemeanor in Texas?
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Which of the following is a punishment option for misdemeanors in Texas?
Which of the following is a punishment option for misdemeanors in Texas?
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What is the maximum fine for a Class C misdemeanor in Texas?
What is the maximum fine for a Class C misdemeanor in Texas?
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What do judges have in sentencing misdemeanors?
What do judges have in sentencing misdemeanors?
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Study Notes
Misdemeanor Laws
Classification of Misdemeanors
- Misdemeanors in Texas are classified into three categories:
- Class A: most severe, punishable by up to 1 year in jail and/or a fine of up to $4,000
- Class B: punishable by up to 180 days in jail and/or a fine of up to $2,000
- Class C: least severe, punishable by a fine of up to $500
Common Misdemeanors
- Examples of misdemeanor offenses in Texas include:
- Disorderly conduct
- Assault
- Theft (value of property stolen is less than $2,500)
- DWI (first or second offense)
- Possession of marijuana (less than 2 ounces)
Punishment And Sentencing
Sentencing Guidelines
- The sentencing range for misdemeanors is as follows:
- Class A: 0-1 year in jail
- Class B: 0-180 days in jail
- Class C: fine only
- Judges have discretion to impose a sentence within the range
Punishment Options
- Punishment options for misdemeanors in Texas include:
- Jail time
- Fines
- Community service
- Probation
- Deferred adjudication
- Restitution to victims
Enhancements
- Certain circumstances can enhance the punishment for a misdemeanor offense, such as:
- Prior convictions
- Use of a weapon
- Committing the offense against a vulnerable person (e.g. child, elderly, or disabled)
- Committing the offense in a school zone or other protected area
Classification of Misdemeanors
- Misdemeanors in Texas are categorized into three classes based on severity:
- Class A: most severe, punishable by up to 1 year in jail and/or a fine of up to $4,000
- Class B: punishable by up to 180 days in jail and/or a fine of up to $2,000
- Class C: least severe, punishable by a fine of up to $500
Common Misdemeanors
- Examples of misdemeanor offenses in Texas include:
- Disorderly conduct
- Assault
- Theft of property valued less than $2,500
- DWI (first or second offense)
- Possession of marijuana (less than 2 ounces)
Punishment and Sentencing
Sentencing Guidelines
- Sentencing range for misdemeanors:
- Class A: 0-1 year in jail
- Class B: 0-180 days in jail
- Class C: fine only
- Judges have discretion to impose a sentence within the range
Punishment Options
- Available punishment options for misdemeanors in Texas:
- Jail time
- Fines
- Community service
- Probation
- Deferred adjudication
- Restitution to victims
Enhancements
- Certain circumstances can enhance the punishment for a misdemeanor offense:
- Prior convictions
- Use of a weapon
- Committing the offense against a vulnerable person (e.g. child, elderly, or disabled)
- Committing the offense in a school zone or other protected area
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Learn about the classification of misdemeanors in Texas, including Class A, B, and C offenses, and examples of common misdemeanor offenses such as disorderly conduct and theft.
