Criminal Defense Trial Lawyers
Felony Criminal Defense Punishment Ranges
- Capital felony = Death or life in prison without parole
- Capital felony (younger than 18) = Life in prison
- First-degree felony = Five to 99 years in prison; up to $10,000 fine
- Second-degree felony = Two to 20 years in prison; up to $10,000 fine
- Third-degree felony = Two to 10 years in prison; up to $10,000 fine
- State jail felony = 180 days to two years in state jail facility; up to $10,000 fine
Misdemeanor Criminal Defense Punishment Ranges
- Class A = Up to one year in county jail; up to $4,000 fine
- Class B = Up to 180 days in county jail; up to $2,000 fine
- Class C = Up to $500 fine
These are general criminal punishment ranges. Special issues such as prior convictions, deadly weapons, drug-free zones, etc. can increase penalties. The criminal defense trial lawyers at Adamo & Adamo Law Firm will fight to have your case dismissed.