A misdemeanor is a criminal offense
which is punishable by a fine, probation, and/or jail. A
misdemeanor of the second degree is punishable by up to a $500 fine,
six (6) months probation, sixty (60) days jail. A misdemeanor of
the first degree is punishable by up to a $1,000 fine, twelve (12)
months probation, one (1) year jail. Criminal offenses which are
misdemeanors may include certain types of DUI, theft of property
with a value under $300, exposure of sexual organs, among other
offenses.
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