Question

1. a woman is forced to testify in court and admit she committed a crime, even though she doesnt want to. does the 5th amendment protect them? yes / no why? 5. a man is accused of shoplifting. he was found guilty, served his time, and then the state tries to charge him again for the same shoplifting. does the 5th amendment protect them? yes / no why?

Explanation:

The 5th Amendment includes the right against self - incrimination. For the woman, being forced to testify against herself violates this right. The 5th Amendment also has the double - jeopardy clause which prevents being tried twice for the same crime. For the man, the state trying to charge him again for the same shoplifting is a double - jeopardy violation.

Answer:

1. Yes. The 5th Amendment protects against self - incrimination.
2. Yes. The 5th Amendment protects against double - jeopardy.