We all know the justice system exists to protect the public against criminals and their heinous crimes. But what if these laws, and regulations, suddenly contradict their purpose, and work in favour of the offender?

Anyone can assume that based on a lack of evidence or proof of their innocence that an accused person is not guilty. But what if that same person eventually confesses to the crime - You’d naturally assume that the criminal would be charged, and sentenced appropriately right?  

But in the case of Julie Hogg, who was murdered in 1989, her killer was able to retain his freedom, despite admitting what he had done. The horrible reason behind this, is a law introduced in the 12th century – that of double jeopardy.

Julie's parents took up the fight for justice in the name of their loving daughter. Her mother stated, “I will never ever give up… never. To my dying day and as long as I am drawing breath, and as long as there is someone to listen, I will keep on going”. Eventually, it would take more than 15 years to change the “double jeopardy” law. But was it too late for their daughter’s killer? 

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