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title: What’s the Difference Between a Misdemeanor and a Felony?
slug: misdemeanor-vs-felony-ca
article_type: Help Article
keywords: criminal law, misdemeanor, felony
url: https://www.angeloreyeslaw.com/misdemeanor-vs-felony
published_date: 2025-05-01T00:00:00
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An overview of criminal charge classifications in California, detailing penalties, examples of misdemeanors vs felonies, and how the distinction affects criminal defense strategies.