What An Offense Grade Means
18 Pa.C.S. 106 — felonies and misdemeanors by degree, then summary offenses
| Grade | Prison, not more than | Fine, not more than |
|---|---|---|
| GradeFelony of the first degree | Prison, not more than20 years | Fine, not more than$25,000 |
| GradeFelony of the second degree | Prison, not more than10 years | Fine, not more than$25,000 |
| GradeFelony of the third degree | Prison, not more than7 years | Fine, not more than$15,000 |
| GradeMisdemeanor of the first degree | Prison, not more than5 years | Fine, not more than$10,000 |
| GradeMisdemeanor of the second degree | Prison, not more than2 years | Fine, not more than$5,000 |
| GradeMisdemeanor of the third degree | Prison, not more than1 year | Fine, not more than$2,500 |
| GradeSummary offense | Prison, not more than | Fine, not more than$300, unless a higher fine is set |
A crime called a felony without a degree is a felony of the third degree. A fine can instead equal double the offender's gain from the offense.
Sources for this section (4)
- 18 Pa.C.S. 106 — Classes of offenses
- 18 Pa.C.S. 1101 — Fines
- 18 Pa.C.S. 1103 — Sentence of imprisonment for felony
- 18 Pa.C.S. 1104 — Sentence of imprisonment for misdemeanors
Legal information, not legal advice. Verified as of September 2026. Applying it to a particular situation is the work of a licensed Pennsylvania attorney.