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Experienced Felony & Misdemeanor Defense Lawyers in Bucks County
If you've been charged with a felony or misdemeanor in Pennsylvania and are facing potential fines and jail time, you need an experienced criminal defense attorney on your side. At Begley, Carlin & Mandio, we have successfully represented defendants for years, with a proven history of reducing fines and sentences, as well as getting criminal charges expunged.
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Types of Misdemeanor Charges
Under Pennsylvania law, misdemeanors fall under three classes: First, second, and third degree. Each level carries a different maximum fine and jail time, ranging from $2,500 to $10,000, and between one and five years in jail. Misdemeanors can also result in probation, community service, and restitution. Having a misdemeanor on your record can make life difficult, including getting hired.
First Degree misdemeanors hold a maximum sentence of 5 years in jail and up to $10,000 in fines. Types of first degree misdemeanors include:
- Stalking
- Simple assault of a child
- Prostitution
- Possession of a controlled substance
- Theft of property worth less than $2,000 but more than $200
- Certain DUI Offenses
Second Degree misdemeanors hold a maximum sentence of 2 years in jail and up to $5,000 in fines. Types of second degree misdemeanors include:
- Impersonating a public servant
- Simple assault of an adult
- Shoplifting
- Theft of property worth less than $200 but more than $50
Third Degree misdemeanors hold a maximum sentence of 1 year in jail and up to $2,500 in fines. Types of third degree misdemeanors include:
- Harassment
- Loitering
- Trespassing
- Possession of marijuana
- Disorderly conduct
- Theft of property worth less than $50
Types of Felony Charges
Felonies are the most serious crimes that carry large fines and extended jail sentences. Felonies, unlike misdemeanors, often involve physical harm or risk of causing physical harm, as well as white-collar crimes like fraud and other financial crimes. It is also possible for misdemeanors to be elevated to felonies for repeat offenders. And while misdemeanors typically result in smaller fines and shorter jail sentences, felony charges are more serious and can result in significant jail sentences. Felonies are separated into three classes: First, second, and third degree. These charges range from 7 to 20 years in prison and $15,000 to $25,000 in fines.
First degree felonies hold up to 20 years in prison and up to $25,000 in fines. Types of first degree felony charges include:
- Rape
- Burglary
- Kidnapping
- Arson
- Illegal gun possession on your person
- Aggravated assault resulting in serious bodily injury (or threatened)
- Theft of property worth $500,000 or more
Second degree felonies hold up to 10 years in prison and up to $25,000 in fines. Types of second degree felony charges include:
- Commercial property burglary
- Statutory sexual assault
- Aggravated assault with a deadly weapon but no injury
- Aggravated indecent assault
- Illegal gun possession not on your person (with prior felony)
- Theft of property worth less than $500,000 but more than $100,000
Third degree felonies hold up to 7 years in prison and up to $15,000 in fines. Types of 3rd degree felony charges include:
- Institutional sexual assault of a minor
- Carrying a gun without a permit
- Possession with intent to distribute
- Possession of child pornogrpahy
- Bribery
- Theft of property worth less than $100,000 but more than $2,000
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