What is a third degree felony?
In Florida, a third degree felony is a crime that carries a sentence of no more than 5 years in prison.[1]
What is a second degree felony?
In Florida, a second degree felony is a crime that carries a sentence of no more than 15 years in prison.[1]
What is a first degree felony?
In Florida, a first degree felony is a crime that carries a sentence of no more than 30 years in prison.[1]
Can a person convicted of a felony vote?
In Florida, a person convicted of a felony, that is not murder or a sexual offense, can vote once they complete the terms of their sentence.[1] The terms of a sentence include all items in the sentencing document including parole, probation, and payment of any fees or restitution.[2]
What is a misdemeanor?
In Florida, a misdemeanor is any crime with a potential sentence of less than one year in a county jail.[1]
What is a felony?
In Florida, a felony is any crime with a possible sentence of one year or more in a state prison.[1]