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.
Prosecution in other jurisdiction
La. Code Crim. Proc. art. 597
La. Code Crim. Proc. art. 597