Monika is the defendant in a criminal trial. After days of jury deliberation she is found guilty. The judge quickly moves into the sentencing phase. Later the same day, she is sentenced to 7 months in prison. She most likely committed ______.

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Gross or petty misdemeanors typically result in shorter prison sentences, such as the 7 months given in this scenario, whereas felonies and more serious crimes like second-degree murder often carry longer sentences.

Monika Is the Defendant in a Criminal Trial