Palko v. Connecticut
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| Palko v. Connecticut | |
| Court | U.S. Supreme Court |
|---|---|
| Citation | 302 U.S. 319 (1937) |
| Date decided | 1937 |
Facts
Connecticut law permitted appeals in criminal cases to be taken by the state.
Issues
Whether the 14th amendment, which states that “nor shall any State deprive any person of life, liberty, or property, without due process of law” means that the double jeopardy clause in the 5th amendment applies to the states as well.
Holding
Judgment against the defendant.
Rule
To abolish this practice it must be a principle of justice so rooted in the traditions and conscience of our people as to be ranked as fundamental.
