If the Underlying Criminal Acts Do Not Affect Interstate Commerce

question 4

Multiple Choice

If the underlying criminal acts do not affect interstate commerce: ​

• A)the federal government has no jurisdiction to prosecute.
• B)the federal government still has jurisdiction to prosecute under special provisions of the RICO statute.
• C)the federal government can engage in a joint prosecution with the state.
• D)the state government can elect to turn the case over to federal officials.

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