Bill of rights

FIFTH AMENDMENT - Explain Double Jeopardy

Asked by bookragstutor on 06 Dec 09:52

Last updated by Jill W on 28 Nov 11:58

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Answered by Jill W on 28 Nov 11:58

The Fifth Amendment assures that no person shall "be subject for the same offense to be twice put in jeopardy of life or limb." In other words, you cannot be tried twice for the same crime.