1The judge reduced the charge from a felony to a misdemeanor, resulting in a more lenient sentence.
2Was the politician's involvement in the scandal a misdemeanor or a more serious offense?
3The company was fined for the misdemeanor of violating environmental regulations.
4Do not confuse a misdemeanor with a felony, as the consequences differ significantly.
5The lawyer argued that her client's actions constituted a misdemeanor rather than a felony, and thus warranted a lighter punishment.