#double-jeopardy

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ABA Journal
4 months ago
Law

Defendant acquitted by reason of insanity can't be retried, despite inconsistency, SCOTUS rules in Jackson opinion

Defendant acquitted by reason of insanity can't be retried, even if inconsistent verdict
SCOTUS ruled that the jury's acquittal in such cases constitutes double jeopardy. [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
3 weeks ago
US news

Judge Dismisses Attempted Murder Charge Over Attack at Pelosi Home

Judge dismissed serious charges against man who invaded Pelosi's home in 2022. [ more ]
Kqed
3 weeks ago
SF politics

SF Judge Tosses 3 State Charges Against Man Who Attacked Nancy Pelosi's Husband | KQED

Judge dismissed serious state charges against the man who attempted to kidnap Nancy Pelosi due to double jeopardy as he was convicted in federal court. [ more ]
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