0
Can a person be compelled to testify against his brother in court during a criminal case?
Wiki User
∙ 12y ago
Yes
Wiki User
∙ 12y ago
Add your answer:
Earn +20 pts
What amendment give you the right not to testify against yourself?
5th amendment. "No person... shall be compelled in any criminal case to be a witness against himself."
Can a husband testify against his wife and mortgage fraud?
Yes, a spouse can testify but only on a voluntary basis. The spouse can not be compelled to testify.
A person does not have to be a witness?
According to the Constitution a person does not have to testify against themselves; in some states a spouse cannot be compelled to testify against a spouse.
What does it mean when the witnesses says take the fifth in criminal trails?
Briefly; It refers to the 5th Amendment to US Constitution which states that a person cannot be compelled to testify against himself.
true or false voluntary intoxication is a complete defense to a crime?
true or false defendents in criminal cases have the right to remain silent and cannot be compelled to testify against themselves
Is there an law stating that a wife cant testify against husband?
Under the US Constitution (5th Amendment), a spouse (wife or husband) cannot be compelled to testify.
Does a wife have to testify against her husband in a criminal case in Florida?
No, they can not make a spouse testify against a spouse.Added: But, they are not prevented from doing so, if THEY wish.
Can a husband and wife testify against each other in a criminal case?
Yes
If i am accused of a criminal offense i have the right to know all my charges against me?
Yes, also a lawyer, and that you don't have to testify against yourself.
In the United states a defendant cannot be forced to testify against himself or herself in a criminal trial?
true
If you get wubpoenaed to testify and the person is your daughters father do you have to answer questions?
If your relationship with one another doesn't fall under the legally protected status of "husband and wife" (including common-law marriage) then, yes, you can be compelled to testify against him.
What amendment says your cannot testify against oneself?
Amendment 5- This states that there can be no self-incrimination and/or Double Jeopardy.
