For people with inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) and other serious conditions, the relationship with a gastroenterologist is an important and personal one. Upon a first visit to a gastroenterologist, many people may feel nervous and embarrassed. Discussing bowel movements and other personal issues can be a barrier.
(Traffic offenses are less serious than petty misdemeanors but are only punishable by fines and possibly suspension of your driverâs license.) As described above, simple battery is a petty misdemeanor, as well as shoplifting items with a value under $250, graffiti (property damage under $1,000), and disorderly conduct.ny misdemeanor crime is less serious than a felony. Misdemeanor crimes usually are distinguished from felonies by the seriousness of injury caused to another person, the cash value of property taken, or the amount of drugs in a personâs possession and whether there is proof of intent to sell or distribute the drugs.
In Georgia, theft will be considered a misdemeanor if the property that was the subject of the theft is below $500 in value. This is commonly referred to as petty theft. The penalties for misdemeanor theft involve a fine of no more than $1,000 and imprisonment for no more than 12 months. Felony theft is the theft of property that is valued more than $500. Depending on the severity of the theft, a judge can decide to deem a theft of items valued over $500 as a misdemeanor. This is solely at the discretion of the judge.