Friday, June 21, 2013

Crime and punishment in texas

Texas laws currently recognize five types of felonies and three types of misdemeanors. Every crime in the TPC is classified as one of these eight types.

Felonies

The different types of felonies are capital, first degree, second degree, third degree and state jail. The most serious offense is capital felonies.

Misdemeanors                                           

The three types of misdemeanors are class A, B, and C. Misdemeanor sentences are serve in county jails.


Offense
Punishment
Capital Felony
Execution
First Degree Felonies
5 to 99 years, $10,000 Fine
Second Degree Felonies
2 to 20 years, $10,000 Fine
Third Degree Felonies
2 to 10 years, $10,000 Fine
State Jail Felonies
180 days to 2 years, $10,000 Fine
Class A Misdemeanors
Up to one year, $4000 Fine
Class B Misdemeanors
Up to 180 days, $2000Fine
Class C Misdemeanors
$500  Fine

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