Double Jeopardy: Science, the Law, and Civil Liberties
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Earlier this week, the South Australian state government moved to abolish double jeopardy laws, meaning that it will soon become legal in some cases to retry those acquitted of a crime. The legislation has been welcomed by some in the community who see the double jeopardy principle as outdated, but has also attracted criticism for potentially infringing upon civil liberties.
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