S.C. Const. art. I, § 12
- Constitution
- Constitution of South Carolina
- Text as of
- October 2026
What does this section say?
Double jeopardy; self-incrimination. No person shall be subject for the same offense to be twice put in jeopardy of life or liberty, nor shall any person be compelled in any criminal case to be a witness against himself. (1970 (56) 2684; 1971 (57) 315.)
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