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Utah Laws on Misdemeanor and Felony Theft and Retail Theft
Utah classifies its theft offenses according to the value of the stolen property or services—and, in some cases, according to the type of property taken. Learn just how quickly a theft adds up to a felony and possibly prison time.
Utah Felony Crimes by Class and Sentences
In Utah, felonies are crimes punishable by terms in state prison. Utah lawmakers classify felonies as capital felonies or felonies in the first, second, or third degree.
Virginia Misdemeanor Crimes by Class and Sentences
Virginia lawmakers classify misdemeanors as class 1, 2, 3, or 4. Understand the various classes and their penalties, including jail time, fines, restitution, and community service.
Virginia Laws on Petit and Grand Larceny and Shoplifting
Virginia classifies its larceny offenses according to the value of the stolen property—and, in some cases, according to the type of property. Find out how quickly larceny goes from a misdemeanor to a felony.
Oregon Misdemeanor Crimes by Class and Sentences
Understand the classification and penalties for misdemeanor charges in Oregon. Class A misdemeanors are the most serious and Class C the least serious.
How Do You Get Someone Out of Jail?
Understand how bail works, the process for setting and paying bail, and the risks of paying someone's bail to get them out of jail.
Felony and Misdemeanor Assault Crimes in Connecticut
Connecticut divides assault offenses into three degrees, with first-degree assault being the most serious and third-degree the least. Penalties range from a misdemeanor to the most severe felony level.
Iowa Felony Crimes by Class and Sentences
A person convicted of a felony in Iowa can face harsh penalties, including minimum sentences and sentencing enhancements.
Missouri Misdemeanor Crimes by Class and Sentences
Learn how misdemeanor sentencing works in Missouri, how previous convictions can affect the your sentence, and when you might get probation instead of jail time.
Missouri Assault Laws and Penalties
Missouri divides felony and misdemeanor assault into four degrees: first-, second-, and third-degree assault (felonies) and fourth-degree assault (misdemeanor). Learn how the law defines and penalizes assault.