Originally Posted by bigswede
It is contrary to most all sense of justice I have encountered world wide that a sentence served can be prolonged if the state (any entity of the authorities in power) discovers it made a mistake.
While I generally agree with that sentiment, it is far more common in justice systems around the world that governments can appeal (remember Amanda Knox??) In most, they can even appeal acquittals. "Double jeopardy" is a fairly unique concept.


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