E.A. Gjelten
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Alabama Felony Crimes by Class and Sentences
Learn about the different classes of felonies in Alabama, the typical range of sentences for each felony class, and circumstances that call for stiffer penalties.
Louisiana Felony Crimes and Sentences
Learn which crimes are considered felonies in Louisiana and how the state's sentencing laws work.
Rhode Island Felony Crimes and Sentences
Learn how felony sentencing works in Rhode Island, when you might get probation instead of imprisonment, and when the law requires sentence enhancements.
Montana Felony Crimes by Class and Sentences
Learn how felony sentencing works in Montana, how previous convictions affect sentences, and when you can get probation.
Mississippi Misdemeanor Crimes by Class and Sentences
Learn how Mississippi law determines which crimes are misdemeanors and what penalties come with those crimes.
Washington Felony Crimes by Class and Sentences
Learn the felony sentencing rules in the State of Washington, as well as the maximum prison sentences and fines for different types of felonies.
West Virginia Felony Crimes and Sentences
Learn the basics of how felony sentencing works in West Virginia, including when you might be eligible for a suspended sentence and probation rather than prison.
Gun Storage Laws in California
California gun owners must store their weapons safely and securely to keep them from children and adults who aren’t supposed to have firearms.
What Can the Police Arrest You for at a Protest?
Learn about your constitutional rights when protesting, the limits on those rights, and when your actions could be illegal.
Washington Misdemeanor Crimes by Class and Sentences
In Washington, misdemeanors are crimes that carry potential jail sentences of less than a year.