### Question
Can you define what jurisdiction means?


### Answer
**Jurisdiction** is defined as the following in *34 U.S.C. § 20971*:

> given such term in section 20911 of this title.

#### Citation:
  - *34 U.S.C. § 20971*
  - Heading: **Subtitle II-Protection of Children and Other Persons > CHAPTER 209-CHILD PROTECTION AND SAFETY > SUBCHAPTER II-CIVIL COMMITMENT OF DANGEROUS SEX OFFENDERS**

