Some states distinguish between two levels: felonies and misdemeanors (minor crimes). Generally, most felony convictions result in lengthy prison sentences as well as subsequent probation, large fines, and orders to pay restitution directly to victims; while misdemeanors may lead to a year or less in jail and a substantial fine. To simplify the prosecution of traffic violations and other relatively minor crimes, some states have added a third level, infractions. These may result in fines and sometimes the loss of one's driver's license, but no jail time. COUNT 5
QSN1 What two levels of crime are there? ANS1 felonies and misdemeanors QSN2 What is a misdemeanor? ANS2 minor crimes QSN3 What results in lengthy prison sentences as well as subsequent probation, large fines, and orders to pay restitution directly to victims? ANS3 felony convictions QSN4 What usually happens with misdemeanors? ANS4 a year or less in jail and a substantial fine QSN5 What is a third level of crime that some states have adopted? ANS5 infractions