Grade (crime)

The grade of a crime is its ranking or classification by its degree or seriousness or severity.[1][2] A felony is more serious than a misdemeanor, which is more serious than an infraction. A first degree felony is more serious than a second degree felony. The severity of punishment is based on the grade of the crime.

See Also

References
  1. Grading the Offense, Introduction to Criminal JusticeCRIM 100
  2. Grades of Crime Law & Legal Definition, US Legal


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