Legal Question in Criminal Law in Washington

Felon on the Run

If I have a record in one state and got arrested in another, do all states have the ability to charge me in anothers jurisdiction?


Asked on 11/19/07, 1:35 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys

James J. White, attorney Law Offices of Smith & White, PLLC

Re: Felon on the Run

No state has the authority to charge you for acts in another state. However, a state can detain you for transport to the state where you did allegedly commit a crime. Also, the federal government has authority in all states.

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Answered on 11/20/07, 11:39 am


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