A
A class D felony
B
A class E felony
C
A class A misdemeanor
D
A civil penalty only
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Correct Answer
C. A class A misdemeanor
AI Explanation
Official misconduct is a misdemeanor-level public-officer crime. Penal Law §195.00 states the offense, and the booklet notes that official misconduct is a class A misdemeanor. For contrast, forgery in the second degree is a class D felony and issuing a false certificate is a class E felony.
Misconduct & Prohibited Acts Question #332
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