From a search, convicted felons lose the right to vote, own firearms (which is being contested), hold national office and travel to foreign countries. Some states have additional restrictions that typically can be mitigated by moving to a...
I'm not sure if the fine is more important or not. If this is the guy I think it is, he can afford the fine. But if the conviction is a felony, then the jail time may mean more. Being a convicted felon limits some of your rights and freedoms.