As a general rule, penalties and other consequences of a misdemeanor conviction are typically less severe than those of a felony conviction. Usually, a person convicted of a misdemeanor may still vote, serve on a jury, and practice his or her profession. Cohen Battisti may, in some cases, be able to "plead down" a felony to a misdemeanor, which will not only minimize the resulting punishment, but will also lessen the consequences for the future.

A misdemeanor is a criminal offense which is punishable by a fine, probation, and / or jail.  A 2nd degree misdemeanor is punishable by up to a $500 fine, six (6) months probation, sixty (60) days jail.  A 1st degree misdemeanor 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.

Misdemeanors may not carry the same threat of severe punishment and life-long consequences as felonies, but a misdemeanor conviction can nonetheless be costly, in both financial and personal terms. If you, or someone you know, are facing misdemeanor charges, contact Cohen Battisti at (419) 297-5088 to speak with an experienced criminal defense attorney about representing your legal interest.

At Cohen Battisti, we vigorously represent the rights of individuals charged with Criminal Misdemeanor Offenses and other types of Criminal Defense Cases.

Contact an experienced Orlando Misdemeanor Defense Lawyer at Cohen Battisti at (407) 478-4878 to schedule a confidential consultation regarding your Misdemeanor Defense or other Criminal Defense legal matters.