Which statement describes the jail time for a 2nd Degree Felony?

• A. 2nd Degree Felony
• B. 1st Degree Felony
• C. State Jail Felony
• D. Capital

Answer: (A)

Penalties are determined by the level of felony. In Texas, a 2nd Degree Felony has a defined punishment range, typically 2 to 20 years in prison, with fines up to $10,000. The best answer states the offense as a 2nd Degree Felony because that label directly indicates the category that sets the jail time for the offense. The other options point to different levels—1st Degree Felony would carry a heavier term, State Jail Felony is a lighter category with shorter confinement, and Capital involves life or even the death penalty—so they don’t describe the jail time for a 2nd Degree Felony.