A misdemeanor charge is a type of criminal offense that is considered less serious than a felony charge in Florida. Whereas felony offenses have serious penalties and typically long prison sentences, a misdemeanor conviction may result in jail time of less than a year, fines, probation, and other penalties ordered by the court.
If convicted, you will also face collateral damage, such as a permanent criminal record that can make it difficult to get a job, rent a home, be approved for a loan, and obtain a professional license. A knowledgeable criminal defense lawyer like those at Buda Law can help protect your legal rights while working to avoid or minimize the penalties you face for a conviction of a misdemeanor offense.