Answer first: Most NC felonies/misdemeanors are sentenced from ranges in G.S. 15A-1340.17 by offense class and prior record level.
Class drives exposure, bond arguments, and plea talks. Getting class and points right is step one.
FAQ
Where is the felony punishment chart?
G.S. 15A-1340.17 sets punishment limits for each class of offense and prior record level.
Is DWI on the same grid?
Impaired driving is primarily sentenced under G.S. 20-179, separate from G.S. 15A-1340.17.
What is prior record level?
A point-based classification of prior convictions used with offense class to find the authorized range.
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