Misdemeanors are crimes for which the punishment cannot exceed one year in the county jail or on probation and carry a maximum of no more than $1000.00. Although less serious than felony offenses, the punishment for misdemeanor offenses may also include a variety of other hardships such as community service, mandatory drug and alcohol counseling, classes and counseling related to your offense (such as Anger Management Class or and Impulse Control Course), restitution, restriction on your right to travel, electronic monitoring, and other types of punishments. Second-degree misdemeanors are punishable by up to sixty (60) days in jail or six (6) months of supervised probation and first-degree misdemeanors are punishable by up to one (1) year in jail or on supervised probation.

Why You Need Legal Assistance

Fighting a criminal charge is not easy. Even though you are not facing a felony, the stakes are too high to try and represent yourself. A public defender is usually overworked and has little time to commit to a misdemeanor case.

Call a Misdemeanor Attorney

A misdemeanor charge does not have to ruin your life. Fight back by calling our firm today to schedule a consultation with one of our misdemeanor attorneys. We can discuss your odds of success and what information you will need for a solid defense.