misdemeanorize

Verb

 * 1)  To reclassify (an offense) as a misdemeanor.
 * 2) * 2012 Stand-your-ground the rule in state, courts affirm Calguns
 * Probably no more than when a charge gets misdemeanorized or changed at a prelim. hearing, then goes on to trial.
 * 1) * 2012 Stand-your-ground the rule in state, courts affirm Calguns
 * Probably no more than when a charge gets misdemeanorized or changed at a prelim. hearing, then goes on to trial.

Related terms

 * misdemeanant
 * misdemeanorization