A criminal event, such as a kidnapping that occurs in more than one place, where each state into which the victim is taken could charge the kidnapper with the crime and both states may prosecute without violating the prohibition on double jeopardy is known as a:

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A continuing offense is one that continues over a period of time and can take place in more than one jurisdiction, allowing each jurisdiction involved to prosecute the offense without violating double jeopardy principles. Kidnapping that spans multiple states is an example of a continuing offense.

A Criminal Event, Such as a Kidnapping That Occurs in More