### Question
What is the definition of State?


### Answer
The definition of **State** is as follows in *42 U.S.C. § 10608*:

> any State, the District of Columbia, or any possession or territory of the United States

#### Citation:
  - *42 U.S.C. § 10608*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 112-VICTIM COMPENSATION AND ASSISTANCE**

