What would you call Being arrested for a Suspended License?

Question

Ok , I am applying for jobs and there is always the category where they ask if you have any felonies. I was arrested for driving on a suspended license a few years ago. It was for not paying a ticket that I got for my headlight being out. And when I was pulled over, I didn't even know that I HAD a warrant out for my arrest. I wasn't kept over night and was let go after I paid the 10% of the fine. Is this considered a Felony or Misdemeanor?

Answer 1

Misdemeanor

Answer 2

Your state's criminal code defines felonies.  Do not assume that because there was little/no jail time or no prison time that the crime was not a felony.

Answer 3

Don't worry, Its not a felony!

DWLS (Driving while license Suspended) Is a moving violation, neither a Felony or Misdemeanor, it is a civil infraction.

A Felony is, for example, Murder, Rape, Kidnapping, Grand Larceny (theft over $500.00) , Auto Theft, ect.(anything that you could be incarcerated for 1 year or more.)

A civil infraction is a boo-boo, not really a crime that needs to be told to a potential employer.

Answer 4

most plces its a misd.  If you are still not sure call the court you had to appear in and find out what they have for it  

Answer 5

It would be considered a misdemeanor in Missouri. I can't speak for any other state.

Answer 6

If that is as bad as your mean self is, put No felony arrests. It's true.

Answer 7

Not sure on the state you are in, but a suspended license charge in California is a misdemeanor. Generally, if prison (as opposed to jail) was considered, it is a felony. If you could only have been sent to jail, it's a misdemeanor. I suspect you were convicted of a misdemeanor.

Answer 8

I believe that that is a misdemeanor.  Better check with your court to be sure.

Answer 9

Misdemeanor.