Columbia Classification of offenses ordinance (§ 16-18)

(a) An offense defined by this article for which a sentence of imprisonment is authorized, shall constitute a "misdemeanor."

(b) An offense defined by this article constitutes an "infraction" if it is so designated or if no other sentence than a fine or fine and forfeiture or other civil penalty is authorized upon conviction.

(c) An infraction does not constitute a crime and conviction of an infraction shall not give rise to any disability or legal disadvantage based on conviction of a crime.