Is class A misdemeanor the same as a felony?

Absolutely not! In Texas, a class A misdemeanor is generally punishable by up to 1 year in county jail and up to a $4,000 fine. Examples of class A misdemeanors include Assault (involving Family Violence), Possession of Marijuana (between 2 and 4 ounces), Resisting Arrest, and Theft between $500 and $1500. A State Jail Felony is the lowest of Felony charges, but is still very serious. In Texas, a State Jail Felony is generally punishable by up to 2 years in State Jail and up to a $10,000 fine. Common State Jail Felonies include various drug crimes (where the amount of drugs is relatively small), burglaries of places other than habitations, and Thefts where the amount stolen is between $1500 and $20,000. Either way, if you are charged with an offense of either of these classifications, it is extremely important that you contact a qualified criminal defense attorney immediately.