James Jones has recently been found not guilty of first degree murder of Lisa Smith. The victim's family has decided to have the case tried as a wrongful death case in a different court. James Jones believes that he is free from additional court activity due to rights guaranteed by the constitution. Several weeks later, Mr. Jones is given notice of his new upcoming court date.
James had determined that he was protected against being tried again for the same crime. The __________ Amendment gives him this protection.
a. First Amendment
b. Fifth amendmentc. Sixth amendmentd. Eighth amendmente. Tenth amendment

What will be an ideal response?


Answer: b

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