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Posted on July 28, 2011 by Bill Bickel

[by James Devitt, Attorney at Law] What’s the difference between a felony and a misdemeanor? Felonies, such as murder and assault with a deadly weapon, are the most serious crimes. Misdemeanors, such as reckless driving, are less serious. Usually, in California, if a law provides for imprisonment for longer than … Continue reading →

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