If a Jury Is Deadlocked and Cannot Come to a Decision

question 69

True/False

If a jury is deadlocked and cannot come to a decision at the end of a trial, the prosecutor may not bring charges to retry the defendant due to the defendant's double-jeopardy protection under the Constitution.

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Definitions:

Basic Weakness

Fundamental flaws or vulnerabilities in a system, individual, or organization that can lead to its downfall or failure.

Articles of Confederation

The original constitution of the 13 American states, ratified in 1781, which was eventually replaced by the U.S. Constitution due to its weaknesses.

Inability to Raise Funds

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Declaration of Independence

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