I work for a local government. Though this may be a felony under federal rules, the penalties are in line with a misdemeanor in Georgia. "A misdemeanor offense is a crime punishable by up to 12 months in jail and a maximum fine of $1,000. Misdemeanor offenses in Georgia include shoplifting, DUI in Georgia, possession of marijuana less than one ounce, and public intoxication."$1k fine & 1 yr in jail/prison (max sentences) is a felony.
"All crimes punishable by a sentence of one year or more in prison are felonies under Georgia’s laws."