This forum is based on the Shonelle Jackson case presented as part of this module's readings. After completing the reading, present well-developed responses to the questions that follow. Double jeopardy states you cant be tried for the same crime twice.

STEP 1. Cite some of the problems in the Shonelle Jackson case. Do you think they can be attributed to racism? Why or why not?

STEP 2. Based on your general understanding of court practices (as covered in Module 3), do you think judicial override of a jury's death-penalty verdict constitutes double jeopardy? Does it violate any other constitutional protections?

Sources: https://www.newyorker.com/magazine/2014/11/17/double-jeopardy-3