Photo by: Martina Berg. Corrosion is the deterioration a material undergoes as a result of its interaction with its surroundings. Although this definition is applicable to any type of material, it is usually reserved for metallic alloys.
NC Felony DWI â Different from Misdemeanor DWI. Unless there are unusual circumstances, the typical Driving While Impaired (DWI) arrest is a misdemeanor and NOT a felony. And, in most cases, you are NOT looking at spending any time in jail, unless you opt for 24 or 48 hours in lieu of community service.
What Distinguishes a Misdemeanor From a Felony? Felonies and misdemeanors are two classifications of crimes used in most states, with petty offenses (infractions) being the third. Misdemeanors are punishable by substantial fines and sometimes jail time, usually less than one year.