A prosecution is not barred, as provided in KRS 505.030, 505.040 and 505.050 if the former prosecution: (1) Was procured by the defendant without the knowledge of the proper prosecuting officer and with the purpose of avoiding the sentence which otherwise might be imposed; or (2) Was before a court which lacked jurisdiction over the defendant or the offense.
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