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Why is the government prohibited from appealing a case if the defendant is found not guilty?

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The correct answer: Due to the doctrine of "Double Jeopardy"

Explanation: In Ball v. United States, the Supreme Court articulated a general doctrine wherein the State gets one swing at trying someone for a particular crime. If they can't prove it, they need to move on.

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