What are the different classifications within the law?

Answer by  patti (29325)

The law is divided into two parts: criminal and civil. A misdemeanor is a crime. It is a "lesser crime" than a felony, but nonetheless falls under the "criminal" side of the law.

Answer by  BBB16 (71)

In criminal law, cases may be resolved, in lowest order, starting at municipal ordinance (or ticket), unclassified misdemeanor up to a misdemeanor, and then various classes of felonies (usually Class I through Class A, A being the most serious). Misdemeanor convictions result in countay jail time; felonies in prison.