Mississippi § 33-13-317 - Former jeopardy.
Full text of Mississippi Mississippi Code of 1972 Annotated § 33-13-317 — Former jeopardy., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 33-13-317. Former jeopardy.
No person may, without his consent, be tried a second time in any military court of the State of Mississippi for the same offense. No proceedings in which an accused has been found guilty by a court-martial upon any charge or specification is a trial in the sense of this section until the finding of guilty has become final after review of the case has been fully completed. A proceeding which, after the proper convening of the court and the introduction of evidence but before a finding, is dismissed or terminated by the convening authority or on motion of the prosecution for failure of available evidence or witnesses without any fault of the accused is a trial in the sense of this section.
Frequently Asked Questions About Mississippi § 33-13-317
What does Mississippi Code of 1972 Annotated § 33-13-317 cover?
Section 33-13-317 ("Former jeopardy.") is part of the Mississippi Code of 1972 Annotated, the codified statutory law of Mississippi. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Mississippi § 33-13-317?
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How does Mississippi § 33-13-317 apply to my situation?
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