Laws: Cases and Codes : U.S. Code : Title 18 : Section 19


   
U.S. Code as of: 01/19/04
Section 19. Petty offense defined

      As used in this title, the term "petty offense" means a Class B
    misdemeanor, a Class C misdemeanor, or an infraction, for which the
    maximum fine is no greater than the amount set forth for such an
    offense in section 3571(b)(6) or (7) in the case of an individual
    or section 3571(c)(6) or (7) in the case of an organization.



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