Federal Offense

Federal crimes are different from state-level crimes. The federal court system is complicated. If you are charged, you need to understand how the federal process works so that you know what to expect.   Facing federal charges is serious. Federal prosecutors don’t take on cases unless they believe they have strong evidence. These stakes are often…

Whether you are under investigation or are charged with a federal crime, these cases can be overwhelming for anyone. Many people are unsure why some crimes are handled at the state level while others are escalated to federal court. What makes a crime federal in Texas?  These crimes often involve violations of specific federal laws….

If you find yourself dealing with a criminal charge in San Antonio, it is necessary to understand the difference between state and federal criminal charges. State agencies and federal agencies prosecute crimes in different court systems. Several circumstances determine whether a crime is at the state or federal level. The Law Office of Kerrisa Chelkowski…

The United States court system classifies criminal offenses as either federal or state crimes. Those state offenses fall under the jurisdiction of state courts, while federal offenses are prosecuted in federal courts and are governed by federal law. But what exactly constitutes a federal offense, and how does it differ from a state crime? Let’s…