A lesser crime is referred to as what?

• A. Civil proceeding
• B. Misdemeanors
• C. Felonies
• D. Summary offense

Answer: (B)

Lesser crimes are called misdemeanors. In criminal law,Felonies are the most serious offenses, while misdemeanors are less serious and typically carry lighter penalties (often up to one year in jail plus fines). Civil proceedings aren’t criminal; they involve private disputes and remedies rather than criminal punishment. Summary offenses exist in some places as very minor offenses, but the standard term used for a lesser criminal offense is misdemeanor. So the best fit for a lesser crime is misdemeanor.