Or the DA's decision to not prosecute counts towards Double-Jepordy.
Otherwise, they could hold the threat for as long as they can (years) before going forward with prosecution. Exception for if they are building a case but with required progress reports to the judge.
prosecute after the political pressure is looking elsewhere, to punish them for daring to think for themselves.
another right being infringed.....right to a fair and speedy trial.
Yep dropping charges should trigger double-jeopardy.
Or the DA's decision to not prosecute counts towards Double-Jepordy.
Otherwise, they could hold the threat for as long as they can (years) before going forward with prosecution. Exception for if they are building a case but with required progress reports to the judge.