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Meaning of FIFTH AMENDMENT

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 Definition: [n]  an amendment to the Constitution of the United States that imposes restrictions on the government's prosecution of persons accused of crimes; mandates due process of law and prohibits self-incrimination and double jeopardy
 
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 See Also: amendment, Bill of Rights

 

 

 

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