Types of Felonies
1. Violent Felonies: Violent felonies are defined as offenses in which another person is the target of actual or threatened harm. For example, murder, assault, rape, kidnapping, and armed robbery.
2. Property Felonies: Crimes involving theft or property damage are classified as property felonies. For example, Burglary, arson, grand theft auto, and embezzlement.
3. Drug Felonies: These are those offenses pertaining to the production, sale, or possession of illicit narcotics. Depending on the type and quantity of drugs involved, the felony’s severity might change.
4. White-collar Felonies: These are usually involving financial fraud or deceit, are non-violent crimes. For example, money laundering, tax evasion, and insider trading.
5. Cybercrime Felonies: These are offenses in which criminal activity is carried out through the use of computers or the internet. For example, child pornography, identity theft, and hacking.
6. Sex Crime Felonies: Serious repercussions from sexual offenses can include criminal prosecution. Sexual assault, child pornography, child molestation, engaging in sexual activity with a minor, and other common sex offenses are all capable of resulting in felony charges.