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Misdemeanor vs. Felony in Texas: What’s the Difference?

By Joseph Ruiz

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Criminal Defense

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Last Modified on Jan 01, 2025

Nearly all criminal charges outlined in the Texas Penal Code can be categorized into one of two types of offense: misdemeanors and felonies. Generally, misdemeanors represent lesser crimes and carry lighter penalties, while felonies are far more serious and are more severely punished. Nevertheless, both…