It could be either. If interstate commerce is even remotely involved, the federal government can claim jurisdiction, but unless the crime was committed on federal government property, the state may prosecute if the US does not.
It is a theft. Whether it is a felony depends on the amount of the check and the laws of the state and/or the federal government.
A felony is a federal crime and therefore is rated the same in every state in the union.
Theft may be an act in violation of either state or federal statutes, depending on the crime committed (identity theft is a federal offense; petty theft is typically a state offense).Added: The location of the occurrence is also important. Felony offenses occurring on federal property, (national parks/forests, military installations, etc) are prosecuted as crimes occurring on a 'federal reservation' but can be waived to the local jurisdiction for prosecution by the US Attorney's Office.
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In the Commonwealth of Virginia theft of any item over the value of $250 is considered a felony. However, if military gear is involved it would be a federal offense not a state one.
The dollar amount for felony theft can vary state-to-state. Any theft that exceeds the dollar amount that the law sets as a threshhold would be considered a felony theft.
The dollar amount for felony theft can vary state-to-state. Any theft that exceeds the dollar amount that the law sets as a threshhold would be considered a felony theft.
It is a Felony crime in all states, and if it is transported inter-state it becomes a federal crime also.
Larceny is theft. Larceny of a firearm is a federal felony.
Felony Theft in Florida is $300.00, Felony Theft Level varies by state, in Texas, the dollar amount is $1500.00, in Wisconsin, it is $2500.00
This question depends on where you are going to court. Minimums are set by state or local law.Added: The MINIMUM jail time for a felony offense is more than one year plus one day in jail. However: The terminology "felony petty theft" in an oxymoron. If it is Petty (Petit) Theft, by definition, it would be a misdemeanor offense, NOT a felony, and punishable by jail not to exceed one year.
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