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Misdemeanors are crimes in the State of Texas which are punishable by up to one year in county jail. The Texas legislature divides misdemeanor offenses into three classes: Class A, Class B, and Class C. Each of these classes carries its own punishment range, including the amount of time you can be imprisoned, and the amount you may owe in…

Felonies are the most severe type of criminal offense in Texas, punishable by up to life imprisonment and a $10,000 fine. The Texas legislature divides felonies into five distinct categories: Capital, 1st Degree, 2nd Degree, 3rd Degree, and State Jail Felonies. Capital Felonies Capital felonies are offenses that are punishable by death or life in prison without parole. Capital murder…