Smaller drug charges like possession are going to be local or state charges, usually lesser penalties. Federal charges are going to be your felonies which carry longer sentences, also if you’re trafficking between states it can beckme a federal charge too.
It all depends on; the charge - the amont of drugs - the type of drugs - your past criminal record - and if the charge is state or federal.
Is it a state drug offense, or a federal drug offense? If it is a state offense, the state will probably drop it and turn you over to the Feds for the firearms violation since it carries heavier prison time. If it is a federal drug beef then they'll probably just combine the two offenses. You MIGHT be able to plea bargain one or the other depending on the strength of what you can offer the federal prosecutor.
If it was a federal charge, no. If it was a state charge, and you have never been convicted of any previous felony - perhaps. See below link for further information:
The statue of limitations for a drug charge in Michigan is 6 years.
If you are charged in a federal drug conspiracy, and the telephone was involved, it could be considered a federal felony. It all depends on what you are accused of and the seriousness of the alleged crimes.
If it is a state charge, it is possible- start by contacting an Arizona attorney. For a Federal charge- no.
Yes. Why did you think the judge couldn't?
Unless it was a federal charge and your info is on Interpol, you shouldn't worry.
If you were never convicted of a federal crime, then yes.
Questionable. What state or county? How long ago? How serious a drug offense?
No , unless your state has a drug court and your charge is a drug charge .
The title of the charge varies from state to state. Typical statute titles are "Possession of a controlled substance" or "Possession of a dangerous drug."