After successfully pursuing an appeal, the double jeopardy provision of the federal constitution prevents a judge from giving a harsher sentence upon re-conviction because otherwise the possibility of a harsher sentence would cause many defendants to
forego exercising a legal right to appeal.
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
FALSE
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Voluntary statements, of any kind, are barred by the Fifth Amendment
a. True b. False
The 9/11 commission was created to:
a. examine causes of terrorism. b. examine past policies, make recommendations. c. examine intelligence leads. d. review U.S. security policy.
You are the leader of a community organization that wants to inform the community at large about the current alternatives to incarceration for technical violations. Which do you believe are the most effective? Are any outdated? If so, how can they be improved? If not, how can they be better applied to make for a successful reentry into society?
What will be an ideal response?
Preventive detention denies bail to certain defendants who are considered to be potentially ______ to the community.
Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).