federal criminal law

Federal criminal law consists of laws enacted by the U.S. Congress that define criminal offenses and establish punishments across the country. It applies to violations of federal statutes, such as crimes involving interstate commerce, federal agencies, or crimes committed on federal property. Federal crimes can range from theft and drug offenses to terrorism and white-collar crimes. When someone is accused of a federal crime, they are prosecuted by federal authorities, like the U.S. Department of Justice, and tried in federal courts. These laws ensure consistent standards of justice across all states for crimes that have a national impact.