Felony charges are more serious and include strict consequences, while misdemeanors are considered less serious. Felonies can keep a person from getting a job, finding housing, and voting. Though misdemeanor offenses have consequences, they are often not as severe and may be eligible for expungement after a certain amount of time.nnMisdemeanor offenders are incarcerated in county jail, while felony offenders face time in state prison. The latter is much stricter and may take you away from your hometown.