557.016. Classification of offenses. - Missouri Statutes

Classification of offenses.

557.016. 1. Felonies are classified for the purpose ofsentencing into the following four categories:

(1) Class A felonies;

(2) Class B felonies;

(3) Class C felonies; and

(4) Class D felonies.

2. Misdemeanors are classified for the purpose of sentencinginto the following three categories:

(1) Class A misdemeanors;

(2) Class B misdemeanors; and

(3) Class C misdemeanors.

3. Infractions are not further classified.

(L. 1977 S.B. 60)

Effective 1-1-79