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Yes, a person can refuse to swear on The Bible in court. The person should notify the Court in advance since it's a change of procedure. The Court will then have the person simply raise their right hand and swear to tell the truth.
Most courts in the United States no longer use a Bible during swear-in of a witness, citing separation of Church and State in due process.
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∙ 12y agoSure, but in some cases it can get you in trouble
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Why does Tiresias refuse to tell Oedipus the truth at first?
Because the truth will bring nothing but pain.
What is under lying?
When,in court,you swear to tell the truth,the whole truth and nothing but the truth and then tell a lie.
Why does Mary say she cannot tell the truth in court?
She may feel that she cannot tell the truth in court because she is protecting someone. She may also be scared that others will be mad at her for telling the truth.
Why can't we lie in court?
Because you took an oath to "tell the truth, the whole truth and nothing but the truth" in the presence of a judge or magistrate. To not tell the truth is lying ... that would put one in position of being in contempt of court.
How can you locate a person's insurance company when they refuse to tell you who it is?
if it is regarding an accident call the police they cant refuse to tell them(they probably dont have one if they wont tell you)
What vow do you take in court?
to tell the whole truth and nothing but the truth so help you God
How does a court case work?
Court case is where there is a judge, a jury and lawyers that represents a party, a court reporter who transcribes what is said and done, and a bailiff who keep order in the room. Each witness that is called takes an oath to tell the truth and nothing but the truth, and a person should dress as formally as they could.
Can you put obligate in a sentence?
a witness in court is obligated to tell the truth.
What is the oath you say in court?
The oath is "I swear to tell the truth, the whole truth, and nothing but the truth." As you right hand is held up
What happens to a person who is caught lying in court?
If you are caught lying in court you could face a criminal charge called perjury. However, what would more likely happen is you will cast doubt on your credibility and will loose your case. If your lie is a blatant lie and is not an obvious mistake, it will be hard for a court to rule in your favor. A court room is where the truth must come out no matter if you did wrong or not- you must tell the truth. If you cannot bring yourself to tell the truth in court, you might want to consider alternatives other than a trial like dropping the case or accepting a plea deal.
What is the crime of lying under oath?
When,in court,you swear to tell the truth,the whole truth and nothing but the truth and then tell a lie.
How do you win a careless driving charge?
Plead not-guilty, go to court and tell the truth.
