Category: Felony Charges
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Do Misdemeanors Add Up to Felonies?
Just how bad is a misdemeanor? In Kansas, or anywhere, being arrested isn’t anything to take lightly, even on a misdemeanor charge. Once you’re arrested, that creates a criminal record that stays with you. Even though a ‘misdemeanor’ charge isn’t as serious as a bank robbery or a murder, that criminal record can affect your… Continue
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How Can I Clear My Felony Warrant?
How can I clear my felony warrant? Although law enforcement normally doesn’t make arrest warrants known, if you learn you do have a felony arrest warrant and want to avoid getting arrested, you’ll need to clear it before a judge. Arrest warrant clearance means that you have to either appear in person in the court… Continue
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Can You Get Bail On a Felony Charge?
Understanding Felony Bonds When someone faces an felony criminal charge, it can be a frightening situation. Many people, especially first-time offenders, aren’t familiar with the legal process. As a result, they run into the subject of felony bail bonds and other legal challenges without knowing how to react. Today, we’re going to dig into bail… Continue
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Differences Between a Felony and a Misdemeanor
In the United States justice systems, crimes are categorized based on the seriousness of the crime. The two most common categories of crimes are misdemeanors and felonies. Misdemeanors are far less serious than felonies and carry a lighter punishment. However, you can be arrested on charges of both crimes before the trial. When this happens,… Continue