DEGREE OF CRIME

degree of crime.

1. A division or classification of a single crime into several grades of guilt, according to the circumstances surrounding the crime’s commission, such as aggravating factors present or the type of injury suffered. [Cases: Criminal Law 28. C.J.S. Criminal Law §§ 9, 13.]

2. A division of crimes generally, such as felonies or misdemeanors. [Cases: Criminal Law 27. C.J.S. Criminal Law §§ 9–12.]


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