answersLogoWhite

0

The offense itself will spelled out in the US Criminal statutes - you will (usually, although not always) be arrested by a federal officer and you will be charged by the US Attorney's office in Federal Court not the state prosecutors office in state court.

User Avatar

Wiki User

15y ago

What else can I help you with?

Related Questions

What determines if a case goes to federal court or state court in Montana drug offenses?

If the crime carries a felony punishment, your case will go to federal court. The amount of drugs you have on your person will determine if it is a felony or not.


What type of crime is mail theft?

It is a federal crime, which can result in federal time.


Is it a federal crime to kill a police officer?

It is a federal crime to kill anyone.


How is a decision made as to when a crime is investigated as a federal matter rather than a local matter?

By the offense that is committed - where it was committed - what specific applicable law was violated, usually determines who has "jurisdiction."


How is the decision made as to when a crime is investigated as a federal matter rather than a state one?

By the offense that is committed - where it was committed - what specific applicable law is violated, usually determines who has "jurisdiction."


Is harboring a federal or state crime?

"Harboring a Fugitive" can be either a federal OR a state crime depending on whether the wanted individual was wanted on either a federal or a state crime.


Is murder considered a federal crime or a state crime?

Murder is typically considered a state crime, as it is prosecuted under state laws. However, certain circumstances, such as murders that occur on federal property or involve federal officials, can make it a federal crime.


Is murder considered a state crime or a federal crime?

Murder is typically considered a state crime, as it is prosecuted under state laws. However, certain circumstances, such as murders that occur on federal property or involve federal officials, can make it a federal crime.


What is a federal crime or offense?

A federal crime or offense is something made illegal or defined as criminal by a federal government. An example of a federal offense is identity theft.


What does a forensic scientist have to determine?

he determines the cause of the crime


Is income tax invasion a federal crime?

I don't know what that is, but income tax evasion is a federal crime.


What crime is it for passing counterfeit bills?

It would be a Federal Crime.