Section 591 – Double jeopardy; definition

May 13, 2021 | Crimianl Procedure, Louisiana

No person shall be twice put in jeopardy of life or liberty for the same offense, except, when on his own motion, a new trial has been granted or judgment has been arrested, or where there has been a mistrial legally ordered under the provisions of Article 775 or ordered with the express consent of the defendant.

La. Cr.P. ยง 591