18.2-9 - Classification of criminal offenses.
§ 18.2-9. Classification of criminal offenses.
(1) Felonies are classified, for the purposes of punishment and sentencing,into six classes:
(a) Class 1 felony
(b) Class 2 felony
(c) Class 3 felony
(d) Class 4 felony
(e) Class 5 felony
(f) Class 6 felony.
(2) Misdemeanors are classified, for the purposes of punishment andsentencing, into four classes:
(a) Class 1 misdemeanor
(b) Class 2 misdemeanor
(c) Class 3 misdemeanor
(d) Class 4 misdemeanor.
(1975, cc. 14, 15.)