An infraction is a minor offense that violates an administrative regulation, an ordinance, or a municipal code. It is the least serious type of offense in the criminal justice system and is not punished as severely as other offenses. Examples of infractions include parking overtime, speeding, tailgating, loitering, jaywalking, public intoxication, or littering. Infractions are fine-only offenses, and the resulting penalty is usually a fine. In California, the highest form of punishment for an infraction is a possible maximum fine of $250, and incarceration is not an option for an infraction. However, in California, some infractions are technically in between a misdemeanor and an infraction, known as "wobbler infractions," which include disturbing the peace and exhibition of speeding. Defendants facing infraction charges generally receive less procedural protections than defendants facing charges for more serious offenses. Because infractions dont carry the threat of jail, a defendant doesnt have a right to a jury trial or a government-paid lawyer.