### Question
How is the term jurisdiction defined?


### Answer
The term **jurisdiction** is defined in *42 U.S.C. § 16971* as the following:

> given such term in section 16911 of this title.

#### Citation:
  - *42 U.S.C. § 16971*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 151-CHILD PROTECTION AND SAFETY > SUBCHAPTER II-CIVIL COMMITMENT OF DANGEROUS SEX OFFENDERS**

