Which statement best describes the doctrine of dual sovereignty? a. a person cannot be tried for the same crime twice b. a person cannot be tried for two crimes in one trial c. each government has the right to punish those who violate its laws d. each court is a sovereign entity with its own sphere of jurisdiction

The answer is C.  Each government has the right to punish those who violate its laws. If an individual commits a crime that involves more than one state government or the state and federal government, then the doctrine of dual sovereignty allows each government to prosecute the offender.  

Following statement best describes the doctrine of dual sovereignty :

( C ) Each government has the right to punish those who violate its laws.

the united states has a federal government. the president is the head of the federal government of the united states. however, each state forms its government for administration purposes. the powers of the state governments are exercised within restricted state boundaries. and citizens participate in this government by voting.