Shelby Was Recently Found Not Guilty of Strong Arm Robbery

question 75

Multiple Choice

Shelby was recently found not guilty of strong arm robbery when a jury trial ruled in her favor.Moments after the ruling came down,Shelby looked at the jury and said,"I did it and now I am free.Thank you." The jurors were shocked and wanted to change their verdict but could only stare as Shelby laughed on her way out of the courtroom.In a separate case,Shelby was charged and convicted by a jury in a federal court for violation of gun laws.Which of the following is true?

• A)Since the incorporation doctrine means that the federal government must follow state laws,the conviction should be overturned.
• B)Shelby can appeal her conviction based on the fundamental fairness clause of the Fourth Amendment.
• C)Since Shelby never admitted to the crime,she cannot be tried a second time.
• D)The prohibition against double jeopardy applies only to the same crime and the same jurisdiction.

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