What Is Double Jeopardy? The federal double jeopardy clause is part of the Fifth Amendment. In most circumstances, it prevents a person from being tried or punished for the same crime twice. It prevents the government from abusing the justice system. Section 687 of the California Penal Code reiterates that protection at a state level. [...]The post Double Jeopardy in California Criminal Law appeared first on All-Pro Bail Bonds.
