This could be called self incrimination, and generally one is not called to do this unless given a previous plee bargain. The Constitution prevents one from being forced to incriminate oneself.
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Self Incrimination
Giving testimony against their self. Self incrimination.
A conflict with one's self is an internal conflict of a type known as person-against self as opposed to other types of conflict such as person-against-person or person-against nature.
Self-incrimination can be voluntary or coerced. It may occur prior to trial, or on the stand. If the defendant is called to testify on his behalf, he may choose to admit guilt. In this manner, the accused could testify against himself. Although not generally recommended, one positive potential outcome could be leniency in sentencing, by the presiding judge (insofar as may or may not be allowed by law).
They are protected from perjuring themselves. You have the right to plead the 5th amendment so that this doesn't happen.
You can perform self defense against someone on their property as long as they attacked you first and you are in danger.
Defendant. He has to defend him self against the plaintiff's accusation.
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Yes, the 5th Amendment can be invoked in civil cases to protect against self-incrimination.