Criminal Offense Penalties
In Arizona, criminal charges are either classified as misdemeanors or felonies. The penalties for misdemeanors are less severe, while felonies are more severe. Whether you are charged with a misdemeanor or a felony, you need a criminal defense attorney who will fight for you.
Misdemeanor Penalties:
Class 3 Misdemeanor: A class 3 misdemeanor is punishable by up to 30 days in jail and a $500 fine plus surcharges.
Class 2 Misdemeanor: A class 2 misdemeanor is punishable by up to 4 months in jail and a $750 fine plus surcharges.
Class 1 Misdemeanor: The most severe misdemeanor. A class 1 misdemeanor is punishable by up to 6 months in jail and a $2500 fine plus surcharges.
Felony First Offense Penalties:
Class 6 Felony with No Priors:
The least severe felony. A non-dangerous class 6 felony is punishable by up to 2 years in prison. A dangerous class 6 felony is punishable by up to 3 years in prison.
Class 5 Felony with No Priors:
A non-dangerous class 5 felony is punishable by up to 2.5 years in prison. A dangerous class 5 felony is punishable by up to 4 years in prison.
Class 4 Felony with No Priors:
A non-dangerous class 4 felony is punishable by up to 3.75 years in prison. A dangerous class 4 felony is punishable by up to 8 years in prison.
Class 3 Felony with No Priors:
A non-dangerous class 3 felony is punishable by up to 8.75 years in prison. A dangerous class 3 felony is punishable by up to 15 years in prison.
Class 2 Felony with No Priors:
A non-dangerous class 2 felony is punishable by up to 12.5 years in prison. A dangerous class 2 felony is punishable by up to 21 years in prison.
Second Degree Murder:
Second Degree Murder is punishable by up to 21 years in prison for a first offense.
First Degree Murder:
First Degree Murder is punishable by a sentence of death or life in prison.
Dangerous Crimes Against Children
A Dangerous Crime Against a Child is Arizona’s special designation for an offense where the alleged victim in under the age of 15 years. Offenses designated as Dangerous Crimes Against Children have greatly enhanced sentencing requirements. If you are charged with a Dangerous Crime Against a Child call for a free consultation regarding the facts of your individual case.
Federal Crimes
Penalties for federal crimes are governed by the Federal Sentencing Guidelines. If you are charged with a federal offense, call for a free consultation regarding the facts of your individual case.
