939.51 Classification of misdemeanors.
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939.51 Classification of misdemeanors.
(1)Misdemeanors in chs. 939 to 951 are classified as follows:
(a)Class A misdemeanor.
(b)Class B misdemeanor.
(c)Class C misdemeanor.
(2)A misdemeanor is a Class A, B or C misdemeanor when it is so specified in chs. 939 to 951 .
(3)Penalties for misdemeanors are as follows:
(a)For a Class A misdemeanor, a fine not to exceed $10,000 or imprisonment not to exceed 9 months, or both.
(b)For a Class B misdemeanor, a fine not to exceed $1,000 or imprisonment not to exceed 90 days, or both.
(c)For a Class C misdemeanor, a fine not to exceed $500 or imprisonment not to exceed 30 days, or both.