In New Jersey, a disorderly persons offense (commonly known as a misdemeanor in other states) refers to less-serious criminal offenses; a conviction for a disorderly persons offense results in jail sentences of 18 months or less or a term of probation; in addition to fines. An indictable offense (commonly known as a felony in other states) is a more serious crime, such as assault, burglary, rape, or murder that usually results in a prison sentence of at least 18 months in addition to possible hefty fines.