Which type of infraction cannot lead to jail time?

Civil infractions are typically minor offenses that do not result in criminal charges and cannot lead to jail time. These types of infractions often involve violations of traffic laws, such as speeding or failing to stop at a stop sign, and are usually punishable by fines or other civil penalties rather than incarceration.

The distinction lies in the nature of the violation; civil infractions are handled in civil court, where the focus is on the act itself rather than punishing the offender by means of imprisonment. In contrast, criminal infractions—such as Class A and Class C misdemeanors or traffic misdemeanors—may carry potential jail time as part of their penalties depending on the severity of the offense and the applicable laws.