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What are the lists of felonies?

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According to the United States Federal Government, a felony is a serious crime that carries a minimum jail sentence of one year. All felonies committed by an individual are a direct violation of the United States legal code. Punishments attached to felonies are strict. Not only does an individual serve a mandatory prison sentence, but some of their basic rights (right to vote, serve in the military, serve on a jury) are stripped.      As a result of the vastness attached to the United States legal system, there are a number of acts that are classified as felonies. Each act carries a different punishment and is categorized based on a specific action. In addition, the classification of felonies and their attached punishments can vary in regards to a State's interpretation.     In general, however, felonies are divided based on class. Within the classes of felonies exist specific actions. Each action encompasses a broad description of a felony. Within each action are specific actions which describe the individual’s circumstance and intent.     The specificity associated with the classification of felonies is necessary because each action denotes a varied sense of intent and, in turn, carries a specific punishment. The classes of felonies and the list of felonies that correspond to each class are as follows.      Felonies Against a Person     ● Assault   ● Battery   ● Kidnapping   ● Sexual Assault   ● Murders   ● Manslaughter   ● Homicides     Crimes Against Property     ● Arson   ● Burglary   ● Embezzlement   ● Larceny   ● Robbery   ● Theft   ● Larceny   ● Extortion     Crimes Against Justice     ● Compounding   ● Misprision   ● Obstruction of Justice   ● Perjury   ● Perverting the course of justice.  

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