A felony and a misdemeanor in Florida are two classifications of crime and they are divided up on what the sentencing could be. Typically, a misdemeanor is a lesser offense than a felony and is punishable up to one year in jail. A felony on the other hand is a crime that is punishable over one year.

Misdemeanors are less serious than felonies and carry lighter penalties. Typically, such penalties may include less than a year in jail, community service, fines, rehabilitation and/or probation. Felonies, on the other hand, come with at least a year (and sometimes decades or even a lifetime) in prison.

What is the most common felony?
The 4 Most Common Types of Felony Offenses
#1: Drug Crimes. Although there have been recent changes in state laws that now make some drug crimes misdemeanors, many drug crimes can lead to felony charges.
#2: Violent Crimes.
#3: Theft.
#4: Sex Crimes.

A first-degree misdemeanor charge is the most serious form of a misdemeanor. A conviction for one can cost you up to six months in jail and $2,500 in fines for a first offense. First-degree misdemeanor crimes include: DUIs.

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