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Definition: Florida classifies crimes as: Capital Felony (death/life), Life Felony, 1st Degree Felony (up to 30 years), 2nd Degree Felony (up to 15 years), 3rd Degree Felony (up to 5 years), 1st Degree Misdemeanor (up to 1 year), 2nd Degree Misdemeanor (up to 60 days).
Category: Criminal Offenses · Statute: F.S. 775.08 · Source: Florida Legislature
Understanding Crime Classification (Florida) in Florida
Florida classifies crimes as: Capital Felony (death/life), Life Felony, 1st Degree Felony (up to 30 years), 2nd Degree Felony (up to 15 years), 3rd Degree Felony (up to 5 years), 1st Degree Misdemeanor (up to 1 year), 2nd Degree Misdemeanor (up to 60 days).
How This Relates to Bail
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