Which are considered less serious offenses and can be punished by less than 1 year incarceration in jail?

A. misdemeanors
B. petty crimes
C. status offenses
D. felonies


A. misdemeanors

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Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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a. first-time offenders. b. violent offenders. c. low-level offenders. d. guilty offenders.

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