Minnesota Statutes 609.125 – Sentence for Misdemeanor or Gross Misdemeanor
Subdivision 1.Sentences available.
(a) Upon conviction of a misdemeanor or gross misdemeanor the court, if sentence is imposed, may, to the extent authorized by law, sentence the defendant:
Attorney's Note
Under the Minnesota Statutes, punishments for crimes depend on the classification. In the case of this section:| Class | Prison | Fine |
|---|---|---|
| Gross misdemeanor | up to 1 year | up to $3,000 |
| Misdemeanor | up to 90 days | up to $1,000 |
Terms Used In Minnesota Statutes 609.125
- Conviction: A judgement of guilt against a criminal defendant.
- Defendant: In a civil suit, the person complained against; in a criminal case, the person accused of the crime.
- Restitution: The court-ordered payment of money by the defendant to the victim for damages caused by the criminal action.
(1) to imprisonment for a definite term; or
(2) to payment of a fine without imprisonment or as an intermediate sanction on a stayed sentence; or
(3) to both imprisonment for a definite term and payment of a fine; or
(4) to payment of court-ordered restitution in addition to either imprisonment or payment of a fine, or both; or
(5) to payment of a local correctional fee as authorized under section 609.102 in addition to any other sentence imposed by the court; or
(6) to perform work service in a restorative justice program in addition to any other sentence imposed by the court.
(b) If the court imposes a fine or orders restitution under paragraph (a), payment is due on the date imposed unless the court otherwise establishes a due date or a payment plan.
Subd. 2.Restitution.
(a) As used in this section, “restitution” includes:
(1) payment of compensation to the victim or the victim’s family; and
(2) if the victim is deceased or already has been fully compensated, payment of money to a victim assistance program or other program directed by the court.
“Restitution” includes payment of compensation to a government entity that incurs loss as a direct result of a crime.
(b) When the defendant does not pay the entire amount of court-ordered restitution and the fine at the same time, the court may order that all restitution shall be paid before the fine is paid.