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2022 Louisiana Laws
Code of Criminal Procedure
Art. 597. Prosecution in other jurisdiction
Universal Citation: LA Code Crim Pro Art. 597 (2022)
Art. 597. Prosecution in other jurisdiction
Double jeopardy does not apply to a prosecution under a law enacted by the Louisiana Legislature if the prior jeopardy was in a prosecution under the laws of another state or the United States.
Amended by Acts 1972, No. 648, §1.
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