Criminal charges brought by the police, local authorities and state or federal governments encompass a broad scope of activities. Some of these crimes get classified as either a misdemeanor or felony. Offenses are also categorized into state or federal offenses.
If your child was accused of a felony-level offense, you need a skilled criminal defense attorney to protect their rights. Thankfully, A Cherokee County felony crimes lawyer could devise a plan and fight to reduce the impact of a high-level conviction.
Offenses or crimes charged at the state level include:
Meanwhile, offenses handled by the federal court system include:
Felonies are serious offenses and are punishable by imprisonment of a year or more or probation and a fine of more than $1000.00. Teenagers or young adults convicted of a felony also lose other rights, such as the right to vote, get a hunting license, own a handgun, and obtain certain professional licenses.
In cases where property is stolen or purposefully damaged, whether the charge is a misdemeanor or felony is typically determined based on the dollar amount of the damage or the missing property.
Examples of felonies include, but are not limited to:
A knowledgeable attorney in Cherokee County could help defend against any form or variety of these felony charges. Contact us today to learn more about how we could help.
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