The trial of offenses punishable with death shall be had in the county where the offense was committed, where that can be done without great inconvenience.

Terms Used In 18 USC 3235

  • county: includes a parish, or any other equivalent subdivision of a State or Territory of the United States. See 1 USC 2
  • Trial: A hearing that takes place when the defendant pleads "not guilty" and witnesses are required to come to court to give evidence.
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