Question

Which of these statements best describes double jeopardy?

Answer 1

Answer:

A citizen cannot be tried twice for the same crime

Explanation:

This is part of the 5th amendment. A citizen cannot be tried twice for same crime. It is called the double jeopardy clause. The double jeopardy clause was created so that way unfair treatment and harassment may not come from the government. However this clause does not apply in special cases such as when new evidence is found that could potentially prove the accused guilty. This is designed to protect the accused.