Double Jeopardy

The principle of double jeopardy stands as one of the most fundamental protections in our constitutional order. Enshrined in the Fifth Amendment, this doctrine prohibits the government from subjecting any person “for the same offence to be twice put in jeopardy of life or limb.” This protection against repeated prosecutions for identical offenses represents a […]

The concept of double jeopardy stands as a cornerstone of the American criminal justice system, providing a crucial safeguard against repeated prosecutions for the same offense. Enshrined in the Fifth Amendment to the United States Constitution, this legal principle prohibits the government from subjecting an individual to multiple criminal prosecutions or punishments for a single […]