felony
/ˈfɛləni/
noun
- A serious crime, such as murder, robbery, or arson, typically punishable by imprisonment for more than one year or by death.
- In many states, stealing a car is considered a felony.
- The lawyer explained that a felony charge carries much harsher penalties than a misdemeanor.
- He was convicted of a felony and sentenced to five years in prison.
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