(a) Offenses are designated as felonies, misdemeanors or violations.
(b) Felonies are classified according to the relative seriousness of the offense into four categories:
(1) Class A felonies;
(2) Class B felonies;
(3) Class C felonies; and
(4) Class D felonies.
(c) Misdemeanors are classified according to the relative seriousness of the offense into three categories:
(1) Class A misdemeanors;
(2) Class B misdemeanors; and
(3) Class C misdemeanors.
(d) Violations are not classified.
Structure Code of Alabama
Chapter 5 - Punishments and Sentences.
Article 1 - General Provisions.
Section 13A-5-1 - Applicability of Provisions.
Section 13A-5-2 - Authorized Dispositions.
Section 13A-5-3 - Classification of Offenses.
Section 13A-5-4 - Designation of Offenses.
Section 13A-5-5 - Presentence Investigation.
Section 13A-5-6 - Sentences of Imprisonment for Felonies.
Section 13A-5-7 - Sentences of Imprisonment for Misdemeanors and Violations.
Section 13A-5-8 - Place of Imprisonment.
Section 13A-5-8.1 - Termination From Alternative Programs.
Section 13A-5-9 - Habitual Felony Offenders - Additional Penalties.
Section 13A-5-9.1 - Retroactive Application of Section 13a-5-9.
Section 13A-5-10 - Habitual Felony Offenders - Proof; Restriction on Imposition of Penalty.
Section 13A-5-11 - Fines for Felonies.
Section 13A-5-12 - Fines for Misdemeanors and Violations.
Section 13A-5-12.1 - Fines for Certain Additional Misdemeanors.