What is the range of punishment for my case?
The range of punishment varies depending on the type of case that you have.
- Class C Misdemeanor (tickets, etc): fine only, up to $500
- Class B Misdemeanor: up to 180 days in jail and/or up to a $2000 fine.
- Class A Misdemeanor: up to 1 year in jail and/or up to a $4000 fine
- State Jail Felony: minimum 6 months in state jail, maximun of 2 years in state jail without credit for "good time," and up to a $5000 fine.
- 3rd Degree Felony: 2-10 years in prison and up to a $10,000 fine
- 2nd Degree Felony: 2-20 years in prison and up to a $10,000 fine
- 1st Degree Felony: 5-99 years in prison and up to a $10,000 fine
Please be aware that with certain enhancements (prior criminal history and aggravating circumstances) may increase the minimum or maximum times. Also, your time may be probated (probation) or deferred (deferred adjudication) instead of jail time.
