### Question
How does CRIMES define petty offense?


### Answer
Under *18 U.S.C. § 19*, **petty offense** is defined as:

> a Class B misdemeanor, a Class C misdemeanor, or an infraction, for which the maximum fine is no greater than the amount set forth for such an offense in section 3571(b)(6) or (7) in the case of an individual or section 3571(c)(6) or (7) in the case of an organization

#### Citation:
  - *18 U.S.C. § 19*
  - Heading: **PART I-CRIMES > CHAPTER 1-GENERAL PROVISIONS**

