Double jeopardy

About this book
Found not guilty because of lack of evidence, Mel Ignatow was acquitted of the crime of killing his ex-fiance, Brenda Schaefer. Later, when incriminating evidence was discovered, he knew he could not be tried again because the Fifth Amendment forbids "double jeopardy". Journalist Hill tells this shocking story of justice denied. Photos.
Details
- OL Work ID
- OL8047461W
Subjects
Case studiesMurderTrials, litigationDouble jeopardy