The theft of telecommunications service is a 2nd Degree Felony. Which option lists the correct classification?

• A. State Jail Felony
• B. 2nd Degree Felony
• C. Class A Misdemeanor
• D. 3rd Degree Felony

Answer: (B)

In Texas law, theft of telecommunications service is fixed by statute as a second‑degree felony. That means the offense is categorized at the second level of felony penalties, which is more serious than a state jail felony or a Class A misdemeanor, but less severe than a first-degree felony. The other classifications don’t apply because the statute specifically assigns telecom service theft to the second-degree felony category. Understanding that some offenses have statutorily fixed classifications helps you see why this answer is the correct label.