Legal Question in Criminal Law in California
us criminal law. after you have been convicted of a crime. can they ever charge you again and give you a new trial.
Asked on 8/08/09, 6:15 pm
2 Answers from Attorneys
Nick O'Malley
The Law Offices of Nick O'Malley ALC
No. That would be double jeopardy in violation of the U.S. Constitution.
Answered on 8/08/09, 10:20 pm
Terry A. Nelson
Nelson & Lawless
Not of the exact crime. But the same conduct may violate both state and federal law, and you can be charged under both.
Answered on 8/09/09, 5:54 pm
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