Title: Texas Felony Crimes: Types, Fines, and Jail Time | CriminalDefenseLawyer.com
Headings: Texas Felony Crimes by Class and Sentences
Texas Felony Crimes by Class and Sentences
In Texas, felonies are crimes punishable by terms that must be served in state prison or state jail.
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Capital Felonies
First Degree Felonies
Second Degree Felonies
Third Degree Felonies
State Jail Felonies
Statutes of Limitations
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Content: Murder is an example of a capital felony. ( Tex. Penal Code Ann. § 12.31 (2019).) First Degree Felonies
A conviction for a first degree felony can result in life imprisonment or five to 99 years' imprisonment, as well as a fine of up to $10,000. Sexual assault against a child is a first degree felony in Texas. ( Tex. Penal Code Ann. § 12.32 (2019).) Second Degree Felonies
Under Texas law, second degree felonies are punishable by two to 20 years in prison, and a fine of up to $10,000.