Second degree misdemeanors are punishable by up to 60 days in jail and a $500.00 fine. In County Court, first degree misdemeanors are punishable by up to one year in jail and a $1000.00 fine. Misdemeanors and most criminal traffic cases are handled in county court. When asked to identify a felony one usually thinks of drug related crimes, murder, sex related crimes, armed robbery and other types of violent crimes. The definition of a felony may be slightly different in each state.

According to Florida law, for an offense to be a felony it must have a possible sentence of more than one year. Felony Cases:Ī felony is the most serious type of crime. To look up your future court case records or appearance dates, navigate to Court Records (select the Court Calendar option for hearing date information). Criminal Court Information and Services Criminal Cases: