Question

Which statement best describes the doctrine of dual sovereignty?

A.
A person cannot be tried for the same crime twice
B.
A person cannot be tried for two crimes in one trial
C.
Each government has the right to punish those who violate its laws
D.
Each court is a sovereign entity with its own sphere of jurisdiction

Answer 1

Following statement best describes the doctrine of dual sovereignty :

( C ) Each government has the right to punish those who violate its laws.

Answer 2

The answer is C. Each government has the right to punish those who violate its laws. If an individual commits a crime that involves more than one state government or the state and federal government, then the doctrine of dual sovereignty allows each government to prosecute the offender.