So he IS guilty of a misdemeanor. What do those numbers mean regarding the type of punishment?
(b) For a misdemeanor of the second degree, by a definite term of imprisonment not exceeding 60 days.
(e) $500, when the conviction is of a misdemeanor of the second degree or a noncriminal violation.
http://www.leg.state.fl.us/statutes/index.cfm?App_mode=Display_Statute&URL=Ch0775/titl0775.htm&StatuteYear=2004&Title=%2D%3E2004%2D%3EChapter%20775