Special Sections 1.
Infractions are minor offenses like traffic tickets.
The punishment can only be a fine and a loss of license or other restrictions but no custody. Typical misdemeanor offenses are DUI and petty theft. Normally, for a first offender misdemeanor probation is granted and the defendant is not sentenced to jail but instead placed on probation. A felony is a serious offense which is punishable by a sentence to state prison. You can also be legally detained for a short period of time for questioning if you are suspected of being involved in a crime.