Felonies

The basics about felony crimes

What is a felony?

In New York jurisdictions, a felony is considered any offense that carries the potential penalty of more than one year in prison. Crimes that carry penalties of less than one year in jail are usually classified as misdemeanors.

What types of crimes are considered felonies in New York?

Many crimes are considered felonies. Some examples of offenses that are commonly considered felonies include:

Murder
Rape
Burglary
Aggravated assault
First degree sexual abuse
Arson
Trafficking
Drug Possession
Drug Sale
Robbery
Grand Larceny

What types of sentences are given to convicted felons?

Felonies are divided into five classes: A, B, C, D and E.
Punishments for felonies vary and, depending on the crime and jurisdiction, can include:

Probation
Fines
Imprisonment
Forfeiture of property
Revocation of voting rights
Loss of rights to own firearms
Job loss

Which court processes felony cases?

If a felony crime is committed against the United States government or takes place in more than one state, the federal judicial system will handle the felony. If the felony crime is committed against the New York State government or people, and the events of the felony offense occurred only in New York, the felony will usually be managed in New York's criminal justice system.

If you have been charged with a felony, we can help.
If you, or someone you know, has been charged with a felony crime, such as murder, rape or burglary, the experienced criminal attorneys at Limmer & Associates can help defend your case. Please contact us for a free consultation. We'll answer all of your questions, give you the personal attention you deserve and guide you in the right direction.