A felon is a person who has been convicted of a serious crime, known as a felony. Felonies typically include offenses such as murder, robbery, and drug trafficking. The consequences of a felony conviction can be severe, often resulting in imprisonment for more than one year, heavy fines, and a permanent criminal record. In many jurisdictions, felons may lose certain rights, such as the right to vote or possess firearms. After serving their sentence, some felons may seek to have their rights restored through a legal process known as expungement or restoration of rights, depending on the laws in their state.