Jeopardy only applies if jeopardy exists. The appeals court ruled that none existed, therefore 2nd jeopardy could not exist.

Also keep in mind that circuit court opinions are only effective within their respective jurisdictions.

Last edited by olivant; 12/01/13 03:52 PM.
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