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Generally no, however a single action may be more than one crime.

Growing marijuana is almost always a state crime and is also a federal crime. Being charged by the state does not stop you from being charged by the federal government.

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No you cannot. That would be double jeopardy which is prohibited due to the 5th amendment.

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