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Can a mentally unstable child testify in court?
It mainly depends on the child's actual condition and how old they are.
Does mental incompetence make a contract void?
Generally, yes, mental incompetence can make a contract void. Often voiding the contract will require help from legal professionals, especially if the other party wants to keep the money or goods.
Can all inheritors of a will remove an executor they all testify is mentally unstable?
Any or all of them can petition the court to remove the executor.
Can any person who is mentally competent testify in a criminal trial?
Any witness may testify in a criminal trial, the competency would be determined by the cross examination. You would have to further define what you mean by "competent?"Added: If the witness has previously been declared mentally incompetent by the court or by psychiatric exam, it is doubtful that the opposing attorney would even allow the individual to give testimony without challenging their status to the court.
Can you testify in superior court if not subpoena'd?
No, not unless you are subpoeana'd by one side or the other. A person can voluntarily testify without being subpoenaed as long as one party or another calls the person as a witness. Expert witnesses are hired to testify in court; therefore they also testify without being subpoenaed.
Can a disabled person be subpoenaed to court?
Yes. ANYONE can be subpoeanaed to court.
Does a witness have to appear for a competency hearing?
Yes. Witnesses are of no value unless they can testify in court as to what they witnessed. Also, if a person has been subpoenaed as a witness they are required to appear.Yes. Witnesses are of no value unless they can testify in court as to what they witnessed. Also, if a person has been subpoenaed as a witness they are required to appear.Yes. Witnesses are of no value unless they can testify in court as to what they witnessed. Also, if a person has been subpoenaed as a witness they are required to appear.Yes. Witnesses are of no value unless they can testify in court as to what they witnessed. Also, if a person has been subpoenaed as a witness they are required to appear.
What is it called when a person is called to court to give evidence?
It is called being subpoenaed to court to testify as a witness.
The process to get a power of attorney in Hennepin County MN for a couple that is mentally disabled?
Petition the probate court in that county. The court will grant a conservator or trustee right.
What will the court issue if the person will not testify for a person?
A witness who does not wish to testify in a court action; with the permission of the court, can be treated as a hostile witness which gives the attorney's much more leeway in questioning them. In addition, the judge has the option of holding them in contempt of court and (if it is a criminal trial) the prosecutor can charge them with Obstruction of Justice.
Can a person be compelled to testify against his brother in court during a criminal case?
Yes
Can a person be made to testify on a domestic charge against their will on a civil case?
You would have to appear in court if summoned. You can plead the Fifth Amendment if asked to testify.
