What is a misdemeanor record?

What is a misdemeanor record?

These criminal records are typically criminal activities adjudicated by lower courts such as justice courts, magistrate courts, city courts and municipal courts. Misdemeanor crimes are categorized as crimes of a lesser offense for which incarceration penalties are one year or less and for which a fine would not generally exceed $2,500.00. (ex. disturbing the peace, shoplifting, assault, disorderly conduct, domestic violence, minor drugs)

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