In a case with two Informations, one for Reckless Imprudence Resulting in Homicide and Damage to Property and another for Reckless Imprudence Resulting in Slight Physical Injuries, the defendant pleads guilty to the latter and is punished; later the homicide case goes to arraignment. Should double jeopardy bar the homicide prosecution?

In a case with two Informations, one for Reckless Imprudence Resulting in Homicide and Damage to Property and another for Reckless Imprudence Resulting in Slight Physical Injuries, the defendant pleads guilty to the latter and is punished; later the homicide case goes to arraignment. Should double jeopardy bar the homicide prosecution?

• A. Yes, absolutely
• B. No, double jeopardy does not apply to separate counts
• C. Only if the same facts support both offenses
• D. Double jeopardy applies only to punishments, not to charges

Answer: (A)