Felonies carry a sentence of one year or greater in prison, while misdemeanors typically involve a fine and a term of less than one year in jail.
What distinguishes a felony from a misdemeanor?(1 point)
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Felonies are attempted crimes, while misdemeanors are completed crimes.
Felonies are attempted crimes, while misdemeanors are completed crimes.
Felonies are less serious than misdemeanors.
Felonies are less serious than misdemeanors.
Felonies involve offenses against property, while misdemeanors involve offenses against persons.
Felonies involve offenses against property, while misdemeanors involve offenses against persons.
Felonies carry a sentence of one year or greater in prison, while misdemeanors typically involve a fine and a term of less than one year in jail.
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