Ted was fined by his employer for soliciting support for the union during working hours on the factory floor. A week later, Ted was fired from his job for the same offence. Under which of the following principles could Ted be reinstated into the job?
A) the Globe doctrine
B) double jeopardy
C) the severability doctrine
D) obiter dictum

Question

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Double jeopardy is a principle that prevents an individual from being punished twice for the same offense. In this case, Ted was fined for soliciting support for the union during working hours, and then fired for the same offense a week later. By invoking the principle of double jeopardy, Ted could argue that he cannot be punished twice for the same offense and should be reinstated into his job.

Ted Was Fined by His Employer for Soliciting Support for the Union