Double Jeopardy, Self-Incrimination, and Due Process of Law: The Fifth Amendment

By John Rokutani

The Fifth Amendment is one of the more complex and far-reaching amendments to the US Constitution, so this book begins by breaking down each clause one by one, explaining the legalese in uncomplicated language, thus allowing the reader to reach a full understanding of due process. It then systemically describes the impact of the Fifth Amendment clause by clause, using Supreme Court cases as real-world examples. Sidebars highlight the amendment in action and delve into some of the finer points. This book includes rich resource sections that allow for further exploration.

• Format: Library Binding
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0766085570
• ISBN13: 9780766085572
• Release Date: July 2017
• Publisher: Enslow Publishing
• Length: 48 Pages
• Weight: 0.70 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 7.5" x 9.2"
• Age Range: 10 to 13 years
• Grade Range: Grades 5 to 8