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In state court, you could not be compelled to testify in a state that recognizes your same-sex marriage, but you could be compelled if the state does not recognize your marriage. In federal court, you could not be compelled to testify regardless of whether the state recognizes your marriage, according to an announcement made on February 8, 2014, by United States Attorney General Eric Holder.
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Which amendment says you cant testify against yourself in court because of?
There is NO amendment that says you CANNOT testify against yourself. There is an amendment that says that you cannot be FORCED to testify against yourself. A BIG difference! The 5th Amendment to the US Constitution protects you against self incrimination unless you WILLINGLY waive that right.
What amendment says a person has the right to testify against himself?
NO amendment says a person has the right to testify against himself (which is true), but there is one that says the opposite.The Fifth Amendment, part of the Bill of Rights, says that no citizen can be forced to testify against themselvesi.e. you have the right to NOT testify against yourself.In popular culture, "taking the Fifth" means "invoking your right against self-incrimination."
Can married testify against each other in drug court?
In some states, married spouses cannot be forced to testify against one another, HOWEVER - they are not forbidden from doing so if they voluntarily wish to do so.
What do reporters use to argue against being forced to testify in court or to reveal their sources?
the 1st Amendment guarantee of the free exchange of ideas
What would happen if the fifth amendment wasn't protected?
With no Fifth Amendment you could be required to testify against yourself in court.
What part of the constitution says that you do not have to testify against yourself in court?
The Fifth Amendment of the United States Constitution includes the provision that protects individuals from being compelled to testify against themselves in criminal cases. This is often referred to as the right against self-incrimination. It ensures that individuals cannot be forced to provide evidence that could be used to convict them, thereby upholding the principle of due process.
Does Max have to testify in court against his father?
no
What does Admendment 5 of the US Constitution guarantee or protect?
Your right to not testify in court against yourself. If your testimony will incriminate you, or find you guilty, you have the right to take the fifth amendment and choose not testify.
What amendment says that you do not have to testify against yourself or a family member in a court of law?
The 5th Amendment. That's why they say "I plea the 5th"
Can your lawyer testify against you in court?
No, your lawyer cannot testify against you in court due to attorney-client privilege, which protects the confidentiality of communications between a client and their lawyer.
Why Due process a person cannot be made to testify against himself or herself?
The 5th Amendment to the Constitution stated that the federal government had to use due process, which is protection from unfair governmental action, and that one can not be forced to testify against one's self in the court of law.
Can you be forced to testify in a civil case?
Yes, you can be compelled to testify in a civil case through a subpoena issued by the court. Failure to comply with a subpoena can result in legal consequences.
