felony

As a criminal defense lawyer in Wheaton, we’ve had many clients that don’t understand the difference between a misdemeanor and a felony. Many people think that all crimes are automatically felonies, but misdemeanors are actually more common than felonies in Illinois.  The main thing to remember about misdemeanors is that they are less serious, which could mean community service, a fine, or prison time. A felony is more serious and will likely result in a fine and prison time. Although these two categories of crime share many similarities, it's important to note their differences so you know what kind of…