What are the three categories of offenses?

The three categories of offenses are typically classified into felonies, misdemeanors, and infractions. This classification reflects the severity of the offenses and the corresponding legal consequences.

Felonies are the most serious type of offenses, often resulting in significant penalties such as imprisonment for more than one year or even death. Misdemeanors are less serious than felonies and usually incur lesser penalties, such as fines or imprisonment for less than one year. Infractions, on the other hand, are the least serious offenses, often treated as violations of minor regulations, typically resulting in fines but not jail time.

The choices provided offer different perspectives on categorizing offenses. While some mention civil offenses, administrative offenses, or violations, they do not align with the commonly accepted legal classification of offenses in the criminal justice system, which clearly distinguishes between felonies, misdemeanors, and infractions based on their severity and the legal implications.