Virginia Code 18.2-9: Classification of criminal offenses
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(1) Felonies are classified, for the purposes of punishment and sentencing, into six classes:
Attorney's Note
Under the Virginia Code, punishments for crimes depend on the classification. In the case of this section:| Class | Prison | Fine |
|---|---|---|
| Class 1 felony | life | up to $100,000 |
| Class 2 felony | life or at least 20 years | up to $100,000 |
| Class 3 felony | 5 to 20 years | up to $100,000 |
| Class 4 felony | 2 to 10 years | up to $100,000 |
| Class 5 felony | up to 10 years | up to $2,500 |
| Class 6 felony | up to 5 years | up to $2,500 |
| Class 1 misdemeanor | up to 12 months | up to $2,500 |
| Class 2 misdemeanor | up to 6 months | up to $1,000 |
| Class 3 misdemeanor | up to $500 | |
| Class 4 misdemeanor | up to $250 |
(a) Class 1 felony
(b) Class 2 felony
(c) Class 3 felony
(d) Class 4 felony
(e) Class 5 felony
(f) Class 6 felony.
(2) Misdemeanors are classified, for the purposes of punishment and sentencing, into four classes:
(a) Class 1 misdemeanor
(b) Class 2 misdemeanor
(c) Class 3 misdemeanor
(d) Class 4 misdemeanor.
1975, cc. 14, 15.