Double Jeopardy

GPTKB entity

Statements (52)
Predicate Object
gptkbp:instance_of gptkb:legal_case
gptkbp:applies_to criminal cases.
gptkbp:defines a legal doctrine that prevents an individual from being tried twice for the same offense.
gptkbp:exceptions does not prevent separate sovereigns from prosecuting.
gptkbp:exemption does not apply to civil cases.
gptkbp:historical_context has roots in English common law.
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label Double Jeopardy
gptkbp:impact victims' rights.
criminal justice system.
defense strategies.
prosecutorial discretion.
public perception of justice.
gptkbp:international_relations varies by jurisdiction.
some countries do not recognize it.
some countries have similar protections.
gptkbp:legal_issue arguments against reform.
arguments for reform.
ongoing discussions about its fairness.
gptkbp:legal_outcome can lead to dismissal of charges.
can prevent retrial after acquittal.
can prevent retrial after conviction.
can result in acquittal.
gptkbp:legal_representation debate its implications.
analyze its historical evolution.
discuss its ethical considerations.
examine its impact on justice.
study its application in various jurisdictions.
gptkbp:legislation appeal.
defendant.
jeopardy.
prosecution.
trial.
gptkbp:media_appearances can shape public understanding.
often depicted in films and television.
gptkbp:notable_case Benton v. Maryland.
Blockburger v. United States.
Green v. United States.
Ohio v. Johnson.
Amanda Knox case.
Derek Chauvin case.
George Zimmerman case.
O. J. Simpson case.
Rodney King case.
United States v. Lanza.
gptkbp:origin derived from the Fifth Amendment of the United States Constitution.
gptkbp:public_perception often misunderstood by the general public.
can influence legislative changes.
gptkbp:related_concept collateral estoppel.
res judicata.
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:Tennessee_Constitution_of_1796
gptkb:Ashley_Judd
gptkbp:bfsLayer 5