Civilian terms; be more polite. Military: a show of force rather than deploying weapons.
To act in such a way as to cause an offense to seem less serious [extenuation]
Unarmed 1st offense less than $1,000- 11mnths 29dys - 5years Armed 1st offense- 5-10yrs
warrant less arrest
warrant less arrest
A first-time offender is subject to a monetary fine of not less than $250. A second offense carries a fine of not less than $500 and each subsequent offense carries a fine of at least $1,000.
Yes it can, but it is less likely your bail will be reduced for a measure 11 offense.
It means that in some states such as mine it is not a criminal offense. In Maine where I live if I get caught with less than two ounces its just a fine. In other states where it is a criminal offense you go to jail.
Any misdemeanor offense that carries with it a sentence of one year OR LESS.
extenuation: to act in such a way as to cause an offense to seem less serious extenuation: a partial excuse to mitigate censure; an attempt to represent an offense as less serious than it appears by showing mitigating circumstances moderation: the action of lessening in severity or intensity; "the object being control or moderation of economic depressions"
Grave offenses would be committing murder, grand theft, etc. Less grave offenses would be things such as J-walking, speeding, and petty theft.
Not sure the exact ticket but, you could be charged with Dangerous/Wreck-less Driving or if there is a fight, Assault.
Legally, no, there is no difference. A felony offense is a felony offense in the eyes of the law. As a practical matter however, in todays society there is less stigma attached to the vehicle offense than to the criminal offense. HOWEVER - as far ast the possession of firearms is concerned - USE CAUTION -you would need to apply for expungement and/or to get your firearms rights returned, or you could be in BIG trouble.