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What is the difference between state felony offense and federal felony offense?
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A State felony is from a law passed by the State legislature. A federal felony is from a law passed by the U.S. Congress. Federal laws take precedence over State laws.
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What is a felony versus criminal case?
There is no difference. A felony IS criminal offense.
In what state can you foster with a felony?
None. Its Child Endangerment. Felony is a Federal offense so you are 'blacklisted'.
Is there a difference between a criminal felony and a vehicle and traffic felony?
Legally, no, there is no difference. A felony offense is a felony offense in the eyes of the law. As a practical matter however, in todays society there is less stigma attached to the vehicle offense than to the criminal offense. HOWEVER - as far ast the possession of firearms is concerned - USE CAUTION -you would need to apply for expungement and/or to get your firearms rights returned, or you could be in BIG trouble.
What degree of felony is uttering a forged bank note?
A "forged banknote?" Sounds like you are describing Counterfeiting, or the offense of passing counterfeit bills, which is a federal felony offense.
Is an awol conviction a felony in Oregon?
yes due to the fact that the offense is federal.
Can you get a federal felony sealed if you had a traffic violation?
I know of no traffic violation that amounts to a felony offense and of no traffic violation which would fall under the jurisdictioon of the federal governmnent.
Is a federal offense always a felony or can federal offenses also be misdemeanors?
Since a federal offense can mean any crime committed on U.S government property, and you can comment a misdemeanor on U.S. government property; it stands to reason that this misdemeanor would then be a federal offense.
How do you regain voting rights in Ohio after being convicted of a felony?
Check the below website to determine if you may qualify if you were convicted of a STATE felony offense. However, if you've been convicted of a FEDERAL offense, the state procedure will not help you. Currently there are no effective procedures in place to expunge federal offense.
How do you regain voting rights in Ohio after you have been convicted of a felony?
Check the below website to determine if you may qualify if you were convicted of a STATE felony offense. However, if you've been convicted of a FEDERAL offense, the state procedure will not help you. Currently there are no effective procedures in place to expunge federal offense.
What the difference between decriminalized and legalized?
Decriminalization means that certain activities are no longer criminal offenses and may result in lesser penalties, such as fines or civil infractions. Legalization, on the other hand, means that certain activities are fully permitted under the law and regulated by the government. Decriminalization usually means that an activity is still illegal but the punishment is reduced, while legalization means that the activity is no longer considered a crime.
What crimes constitute a federal felony?
The term "felony" is used to indicate the seriousness of an offense. A "felony" is a serious offense such as homicide, robbery, kidnapping, etc. A "misdemeanor" offense is a crime of less seriousness and a "summary" offense the least serious, such as a speeding ticket or littering fine. The term doesn't indicate whether it is a federal offense.
Is shoplifting a felony in Nevada?
Shoplifting is a generic description for the offense of LARCENY. The difference between a misdemeanor charge and a felony charge can hinge on the total value of the items stolen. (for instance: some states set the "break point" between a misdemeanor and a felony offense at $100. - if the total stolen is less than that it's misdemeanor - more than that it's a felony.) You 'll have to check Nevada's state statutes.
