What types of offenses are covered by CVB?
Posted by Federal Public Defender on June 8, 2017 in Central Violations Bureau (CVB)
CVB offenses are governed by 18 U.S.C. section 19. This statute specifically states that petty offenses include Class B misdemeanors, Class C misdemeanors, and infractions. We will also see Class A misdemeanors on the CVB docket. Here is a breakdown of the particulars for each type of citation:
Class A Misdemeanors: The maximum sentence is one year of imprisonment; a fine of up to $100,000; a $25 special assessment; a $25 CVB processing fee; and up to one year of supervised release or 5 years of probation. Class A misdemeanors include some assaults, simple possession of drugs (for personal use), and petty thefts. For these cases, our clients will be tried before a U.S. District Court Judge, unless they consent to have a magistrate judge handle the case.
Class B misdemeanors: The maximum sentence is 6 months of imprisonment; a $5,000 fine; a $10 special assessment; a $25 CVB processing fee; and up to one year of supervised release or 5 years of probation. Many CVB offenses are Class B misdemeanors (DUIs, trespasses, and a host of other offenses).
Class C misdemeanors: The maximum sentence is 30 days of imprisonment, a $5,000 fine, a $5 special assessment; a $25 CVB processing fee; and one year of supervised release or 5 years of probation.
Infractions: These are offenses for which the maximum sentence is a 5-day jail term, a fine of up to $5,000, one year of probation, a $5 special assessment and a $25 CVB processing fee.