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What is the difference between a federal crime and a state crime?

April 26, 2017crime difference Federal State

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What is the difference between a federal crime and a state crime?

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A federal crime is an action that violates federal law; a state crime is an action that violates state law. Either can be a misdemeanor or a felony. Federal crimes must be prosecuted in federal courts, and the attorneys must be licensed or permitted to practice in a federal court.