Texas Law: Classifications of Misdemeanor Crimes

Criminal offenses in Texas are classified as either felonies or misdemeanors based on their degree of seriousness

. Misdemeanors, the least serious of crimes, are further differentiated by degree (or class), a list of which follows. Many crimes that are categorized as misdemeanors may be enhanced to a higher-level offense if the defendant has previous convictions on his record. Lets us consider Driving While Intoxicated as an example. DWI is categorized as a Class B Misdemeanor for a first-time offense. If a person has one prior DWI conviction, then the punishment is increased to a Class A Misdemeanor. If the person has two prior convictions for DWI, then the punishment is increased to a Third Degree Felony.

The following is a listing of misdemeanor classifications in Texas. This list is meant to be informative only. If you or a loved one has been charged with any crime in Texas, you are strongly urged to seek the advice of a criminal defense lawyer.

Sec.12.21.CLASS A MISDEMEANOR.An individual adjudged guilty of a Class A misdemeanor shall be punished by:(1)a fine not to exceed $4,000;(2)confinement in jail for a term not to exceed one year; or(3)both such fine and confinement.Sec.12.22.CLASS B MISDEMEANOR.An individual adjudged guilty of a Class B misdemeanor shall be punished by:(1)a fine not to exceed $2,000;(2)confinement in jail for a term not to exceed 180 days; or(3)both such fine and confinement.Sec.12.23.CLASS C MISDEMEANOR.An individual adjudged guilty of a Class C misdemeanor shall be punished by a fine not to exceed $500.Texas Law: Classifications of Misdemeanor CrimesBy: John S.

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