A person who is charged with a crime in one state can flee to another state and be granted refugee status.

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Fleeing from prosecution for a crime does not qualify someone for refugee status under international law. Refugee status is only granted to individuals who face persecution based on their race, religion, nationality, political opinion, or membership in a particular social group. Fleeing from prosecution for a crime is not considered persecution under this definition. Additionally, the United States only grants refugee status to individuals who are outside of the country, so someone who fled to another state within the United States would not qualify for refugee status.

A Person Who Is Charged with a Crime in One