Difference between revisions of "Double Jeopardy"

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-The double jeopardy law inhibits a defendant from being tried for the same crime twice.  The fifth amendment of the US Constitution states:
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-''           “Nor shall any person be subject for the same offense to be twice put in jeopardy of life or limb.”''
-The Double Jeopardy Clause protects against multiple punishments for the same offense.