NC POST Practice Questions - North Carolina BLET Comprehensive State Exam

Under North Carolina law, what is the primary distinction between a misdemeanor and a felony?

A felony is an offense that was a felony at common law, is punishable by death or imprisonment in the State's prison, or is denominated a felony by statute A felony always involves violence against another person A misdemeanor can only be punished by a fine, never jail time The distinction is based solely on the arresting officer's discretion

Correct Answer:

A felony is an offense that was a felony at common law, is punishable by death or imprisonment in the State's prison, or is denominated a felony by statute

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