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Defining crime

Offenses are divided by law into criminal and civil matters. While civil offenses infringe on a person's right to civil liberty, criminal offenses are those that violate public law. Federal and state laws divide these crimes into two categories of varying severity: misdemeanors and felonies. Felonies are much more serious crimes than misdemeanors, and hence have much harsher sentences. If you're convicted of a crime, you may be sentenced to fines, community service, imprisonment, removal from public office, or other penal discipline. For more information about crime, consult an experienced attorney in your area.

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