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(in the US) Double Jeopardy is prohibited by the US Constitution.

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Does double jeopardy mean using one set of criteria to judge others and a different criteria to judge ourselves?

Double jeopardy refers to being prosecuted for the same crime twice, which is typically not allowed due to constitutional protections against double jeopardy. It does not specifically refer to using different criteria to judge others versus ourselves.


If a judge declares a mistrial due to his action terminate double jeopardy?

If the judge declares a mis-trial (for whatever reason) it does NOT consititute double jeapordy to re-try you on the same charge.


Can I sue for double jeopardy if I believe I am being tried for the same crime twice?

No, you cannot sue for double jeopardy if you believe you are being tried for the same crime twice. Double jeopardy protects individuals from being tried for the same offense twice by the same government entity.


What is double jeopardy without judges interpretation?

Double jeopardy refers to the concept that a person cannot be tried twice for the same crime. Judges will dismiss a double jeopardy charge.


What word means being tried twice for the same crime?

Double jeopardy means you can't be tried twice for the same crime.


Philippine constitution what is double jeopardy?

Double jeopardy's where you can't be tried for the same crime twice using the same set of evidence, I'd imagine it's the same in the Philippines .


Can you be charged for the same crime twice under double jeopardy laws?

No, under double jeopardy laws, a person cannot be charged for the same crime twice.


Can you be charged with the same crime twice under double jeopardy laws?

No, under double jeopardy laws, a person cannot be charged with the same crime twice.


Can you be tried for the same crime twice under the principle of double jeopardy?

No, under the principle of double jeopardy, a person cannot be tried for the same crime twice.


What are the elements of double jeopardy?

Double jeopardy is a type of defense that keeps a person from being tried twice for the same or similar crimes. The double jeopardy clause is the fifth amendment of the US constitution.


Can someone be tried for the same crime twice under double jeopardy laws?

No, under double jeopardy laws, a person cannot be tried for the same crime twice.


IS IT DOUble jeopardy for a person to be held liable for the same act same person with the other court?

Definition of Double Jeapordy: Double jeopardy refers to a person being tried again for the same offense after being acquitted.