Felonies
Felonies are the most serious classification of criminal offenses. Felonies carry a range of punishment that involves a prison sentence. The Criminal Code provides four separate classifications for felony offenses:
| Classification | Range of Punishment | Type of Offenses |
| Class A Felony | 10 years in prison up to a life sentence. | Murder, Arson, Assault, Rape, Robbery, Burglary, etc. |
| Class B Felony | 5 years in prison up to 15 years in prison. | Murder, Arson, Assault, Rape, Child molestation, Burglary, Stealing, Possession with Intent to Deliver or Manufacture a Controlled Substance. |
| Class C Felony | 1 day in jail up to 7 years in prison. | Arson, Assault, Stealing, Tampering, Possession of a Controlled Substance, etc. |
| Class D Felony | 1 day in jail up to to 4 years in prison. | DWI, Driving While Revoked, etc. |
Felonies are classified based upon certain elements, and the existence of certain circumstances dictates how the offense is classified. Speaking with an experienced attorney is important to make sure your rights are protected.
