A felony is punishable by which of the following?

• A. Over a year in jail
• B. Less than a year in jail
• C. A fine only
• D. Community service

Answer: (A)

Felony is defined by the potential to be sentenced to more than one year in prison, which distinguishes it from less serious offenses. The choice stating imprisonment exceeding one year matches this threshold, so it represents a felony. While felonies can also involve fines or other penalties, the key feature is the possibility of significant confinement. The other punishments described—jail time under a year, a fine only, or community service—are typical of less serious offenses and do not meet the long-term confinement criterion that defines a felony.