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N.C.G.S. § 15-133

In county where death occurs.

Effective date: 2026-08-08
Last verified: 2026-08-09
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If a mortal wound is given or other violence or injury inflicted or poison is administered on the high seas or land, either within or without the limits of this State, by means whereof death ensues in any county thereof, the offense may be prosecuted and punished in the county where the death happens. (1891, c. 68; Rev., s. 3238; C.S., s. 4605.)