Prosecution in other jurisdiction
La. Code Crim. Proc. art. 597
in effect597. 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.
Source: Louisiana State Legislature (legis.la.gov)URL: https://legis.la.gov/legis/Law.aspx?d=112640Fetched: 10/20/2026
