Police arrest a person accused of stealing money. The person accused of the theft goes to court, is found not guilty of the crime, and set free. Later, police find new evidence in the case and decide to arrest the person again.

Which Bill of Rights guarantee prevents this person from being prosecuted again for the same crime?

A

the right to a speedy and public trial

B

the right to a trial by jury

C

double jeopardy

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Terry Wright

19 March, 16:34

Police arrest a person accused of stealing money. The person accused of the theft goes to court, is found not guilty of the crime, and set free. Later, police find new evidence in the case and decide to arrest the person again.

Which Bill of Rights guarantee prevents this person from being prosecuted again for the same crime?

A

the right to a speedy and public trial

B

the right to a trial by jury

C

double jeopardy

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Paris · Answer 1

Double Jeopardy

Explanation:

The U. S. Constitution's Fifth Amendment contains a Double Jeopardy Clause, which says that no person shall "be subject for the same offense to be twice put in jeopardy of life or limb."

Gisselle Chaney · Answer 2

Gisselle Chaney 19 March, 20:14

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B. The right to a trial by Jury