07/01/2022
There are six classes of felonies in Arizona. They are Class 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, and 6. A Class 1 Felony is the most severe charge and can carry a term of life imprisonment or death. Some examples of a Class 1 Felony are murder and homicide. In contrast, a Class 2 Felony is the second most serious offense, and it often leads to a prison term of up to ten years. A Class 2 Felony typically includes various types of burglary, assault, and theft. A Class 3 Felony is a serious charge and often leads to a prison sentence of up to 7 years. Examples of a Class 3 Felony are assault, theft, and burglary. A Class 4 Felony is another serious charge that could lead to a prison term of up to 3 years. Examples of a Class 4 Felony are aggravated DUIs, drug possession, and other assaults. A Class 5 felony is a crime that often leads to a prison term of up to 2 years. Some standard Class 5 felonies are drug possession, various assaults, and theft. A Class 6 felony is the least serious charge of all of them. This felony can sometimes be dropped, depending on the charge. Punishments for this felony can be up to 1 1/2years in prison. Examples of a Class 6 felony are aggravated DUIs, drug possession, etc. If you need a competent criminal defense attorney to represent you, contact Attorney Kristopher Rezagholi. He will use his legal expertise to help protect your liberties. Visit www.lawofficeskkr.com for a free case review.
