Definitions
- Referring to a minor crime that is less serious than a felony. - Talking about a criminal offense that is punishable by a fine or imprisonment for up to one year. - Describing a legal violation that is considered less severe than a felony but more serious than an infraction.
- Referring to a minor violation of a rule or law. - Talking about a minor offense that is punishable by a fine or other penalty. - Describing a legal violation that is considered less severe than a misdemeanor but more serious than a non-criminal offense.
List of Similarities
- 1Both refer to legal violations that are less serious than felonies.
- 2Both can result in fines or other penalties.
- 3Both are considered minor offenses in the legal system.
- 4Both can be committed intentionally or unintentionally.
- 5Both can have consequences on a person's record or reputation.
What is the difference?
- 1Severity: Misdemeanors are more serious than infractions and can result in imprisonment for up to one year, while infractions typically only result in fines.
- 2Intention: Misdemeanors are often committed intentionally, while infractions can be committed both intentionally and unintentionally.
- 3Consequences: Misdemeanors can have more severe consequences on a person's record or reputation than infractions.
- 4Legal process: Misdemeanors typically involve a more complex legal process than infractions.
- 5Examples: Misdemeanors include crimes such as theft, assault, and drug possession, while infractions include traffic violations, littering, and noise violations.
Remember this!
Misdemeanor and infraction are both legal terms used to describe minor offenses that are less serious than felonies. However, misdemeanors are more serious than infractions and can result in imprisonment for up to one year, while infractions typically only result in fines. Misdemeanors are often committed intentionally and can have more severe consequences on a person's record or reputation than infractions.
