The penalties depend on whether force was used and whether an officer was injured:

• Resisting Arrest (Misdemeanor 2nd Degree – M2)
  • Applies when a person resists without force (e.g., pulling away, fleeing).
  • Penalty: Up to 90 days in jail and fines up to $750.
• Resisting with Force (Misdemeanor 1st Degree – M1)
  • Applies when someone physically resists an officer but does not cause injury.
  • Penalty: Up to 6 months in jail and fines up to $1,000.
• Resisting Arrest with Injury to an Officer (Felony 4th Degree – F4)
  • Applies if the resistance causes physical harm to a law enforcement officer.
  • Penalty: 6 to 18 months in prison and fines up to $5,000.
• Resisting Arrest with Serious Injury (Felony 3rd Degree – F3)
  • Applies if the officer suffers serious bodily harm as a result of resistance.
  • Penalty: 1 to 5 years in prison and fines up to $10,000.

The consequences for juvenile crimes depend on the severity of the offense and the minor’s prior record. Common penalties include:

• Juvenile Probation – Court-ordered supervision requiring compliance with curfews, school attendance, counseling, or community service.
• Juvenile Detention – Confinement in a juvenile detention center for serious or repeat offenses.
• Diversion Programs – Alternative programs for first-time offenders; successful completion (such as community service or counseling) may result in charges being dismissed.
• Fines and Restitution – Financial penalties, including repayment for stolen property or damages.
• Court-Ordered Counseling or Treatment – Therapy, anger management, or drug and alcohol rehabilitation for offenses involving substance abuse or behavioral issues.
• Driver’s License Suspension – Loss of driving privileges for offenses such as OVI, reckless driving, or drug-related charges.
• Transfer to Adult Court – In cases of violent felonies (e.g., homicide, robbery, sexual assault), juveniles may be tried as adults and face harsher sentences with permanent criminal records.

The penalties for arson vary depending on the severity of the crime, whether lives were endangered, and the extent of property damage:

• Arson (Felony of the 4th Degree – F4)
  • 6 to 18 months in prison
  • Fines up to $5,000
  • Possible restitution to the property owner
• Aggravated Arson (Felony of the 2nd Degree – F2)
  • Applies when fire damages an unoccupied building
  • 2 to 8 years in prison
  • Fines up to $15,000
• Aggravated Arson (Felony of the 1st Degree – F1)
  • Applies when fire damages an occupied structure or causes physical harm to a person
  • 3 to 11 years in prison
  • Fines up to $20,000
  • Mandatory restitution
• Insurance Fraud Arson (Felony of the 4th Degree – F4)
  • Setting fire to property with the intent of making a fraudulent insurance claim
  • 6 to 18 months in prison
  • Fines up to $5,000
  • Reimbursement to insurance companies

The penalties for child abuse and endangerment depend on the circumstances of the offense and whether the child suffered harm:

• Child Endangerment (Misdemeanor of the 1st Degree – M1)
  • Applies when a child is put at risk but does not suffer physical harm
  • Penalty: Up to 6 months in jail and fines up to $1,000
• Child Endangerment (Felony of the 4th Degree – F4)
  • Applies when a child suffers physical harm or is placed in a high-risk situation
  • Penalty: 6 to 18 months in prison and fines up to $5,000
• Aggravated Child Endangerment (Felony of the 3rd or 2nd Degree – F3/F2)
  • Applies when a child suffers serious physical or psychological harm
  • Penalty: 1 to 8 years in prison (F3) or 2 to 8 years in prison (F2), with fines up to $15,000
• Child Endangerment Involving Sexual Conduct (Felony of the 1st Degree – F1)
  • Applies when the offense involves sexual abuse or exploitation
  • Penalty: 3 to 11 years in prison, fines up to $20,000, and mandatory sex offender registration

If a probation officer suspects a violation, they may issue a warning or request a probation revocation hearing. If the court determines that a violation occurred, possible penalties may include:

• Increased supervision and reporting requirements
• Extension of probation (sometimes by months or years)
• Mandatory jail time (short-term confinement in county jail)
• House arrest or electronic monitoring
• Loss of probation privileges, such as travel restrictions
• Revocation of probation, resulting in immediate incarceration for the remainder of the original sentence

If the violation involves committing a new crime, the defendant may also face additional criminal charges and harsher sentencing.

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