Criminal (State)
State criminal charges involve violations of state laws and are prosecuted by state or local authorities. These crimes occur within a specific state’s boundaries and are handled in state courts by state prosecutors. Each state has its own criminal code, which means penalties and legal procedures can vary widely.
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Arrest/Charges Filed
Pre-Trial
Sentencing
Probation
Appeal and Post-Conviction
Criminal (Federal)
A crime is prosecuted at the federal level when it violates U.S. federal laws, involves interstate activity, or occurs on federal property. Federal cases are handled in U.S. District Courts and prosecuted by Assistant U.S. Attorneys.
Acts that are considered criminal at both the state and federal level may be prosecuted on either level. The decision regarding on which level to prosecute involves several factors. Yet, as a general rule, the crimes most often prosecuted in federal court include:
Organized crime
Financial crime
Large-scale fraud
Crimes committed against federal officials
Fraud against the United States of America
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