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If the state files an amendment to an indictment is that good or bad for the person being charged?
It depends entirely on the nature of the amendment to the indictment. Usually an amendment is neutral for the person being charged because the amendment is to factual parts of the allegations, e.g. replacing third-party "John Does" with actual names of people or more factual incidents. In other cases, it can be positive or negative if the amendment is about removing or adding (respectively) criminal allegations.
What part of the Fifth Amendment prevents a person found not guilty from being tried twice for the same crime?
The double-jeopardy clause
What amendment states you cannot be charged to vote?
Being charged for the right to vote is called the "Poll Tax." This was outlawed by the 24th Amendment in 1964.
Can you get charged for the same charge twice?
No, you cannot be charged twice for the same offense. Double jeopardy, a legal principle that prevents an individual from being prosecuted or punished twice for the same crime, is a fundamental protection provided by the Fifth Amendment to the United States Constitution.
What prevents food and liquid from being inhaled when a person swallows?
The Epiglottis is what prevents food and liquids from being inhaled.
Which amendment prevents the courts from being forced a person to witness against himself?
The Fifth Amendment prevents the courts from forcing a person to witness against himself."No person shall be held to answer for a capital, or otherwise infamous crime, unless on presentment or indictment of a Grand Jury, except in cases arising in the land or naval forces, or in the Militia, when in actual service in time of War or public danger; nor shall any person be subject for the same offense to be twice put in jeopardy of life or limb; nor shall be compelled in any criminal case to be a witness against himself, nor be deprived of life, liberty, or property, without due process of law; nor shall private property be taken for public use, without just compensation."
What protects people from being held in jail without being formally charged with a crime?
The Fifth Amendment to the US Constitution.
Is a person bondable after being convicted of sexual assault?
Yes, a person is still bondable after being charged with an assault. A person is only unable to get bonded if charged with a felony.
What amendment discusses the right to know the charges for which one is being held?
The 6th Amendment of the Bill of Rights gives the defendant the right to be informed of what he/she is being charged with.During a state appeal, the 14th Amendment may also be referenced.
Which on prohibits a person from being charged twice for the same crime?
The 5th Amendment of the U.S. Constitution forbids double jeopardy."[no person shall] be subject for the same offense to be twice put in jeopardy of life or limb"Source:http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Double_jeopardy
What does the v amendment mean?
This is the double jeopardy amendment. It only allows a person to be tried for a crime once. It also requires that a grand jury must bring an indictment. This prevents officials from harassing people without being able to prove that there is some reason to arrest and try someone.
What amendment prevents the president and vice president being inhabitants of the same state?
AMENDMENT 12 "PRESIDENT AND VICE PRESIDENT, ONE OF WHOM, AT LEAST, SHALL NOT BE AN INHABITANT OF THE SAME STATE WITH THEMSELVES"
