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| − | The '''double jeopardy''' law inhibits a defendant from being tried for the same [[crime]] twice. The [[Fifth Amendment]] of the [[U.S. 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.”''
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| − | The Double Jeopardy Clause protects against multiple punishments for the same offense.
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| − | [[Category:United States Law]]
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