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Distinguishing Felonies from Misdemeanors
http://consumer.pub.findlaw.com/newcontent/flg/ch1
Source: Findlaw

Overview of how to distinguish a felony from a misdemeanor and the consequences that may flow from each.
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• What is a felony?
• What is a misdemeanor?
• How is a felony punished?
• How is a misdemeanor punished?
• What is a serious crime?

Current Legal Issues
http://www.defender.org
Source: The Defender Association

Home page of The Defender Association. The Defender Association is a non-profit corporation providing public defense in Seattle and King County. Site includes links to articles, discussions and resources relating to current legal issues in Washington state.
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• Where can I find criminal justice related news?
• Where can I find information on death penalty issues?
• Where can I find information regarding racial discrimination in the criminal context?
• Where can I find information on racial profiling?
• Where can I find information about license suspension and car impoundments?
• Where can I find information on crime related issues in Washington state?