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If you mean in the United States, there's an awful lot they CAN do to push you into testifying in a case like that -- assuming you mean that you're being subpoenaed by the District Attorney's Office to testify for the Prosecution. However, if you are being put under pressure to testify FOR the defendant as a witness for the Defense, you will have a far greater chance of refusing to testify.
What else can I help you with?
How can someone testify if they are not a witness?
They can't. Only subpoeana'd witnesses may testify at a trial or hearing.
Accepting the responsibility to testify as a witness at a trial guarntees everyones right to?
a fair trial
What is it called when a witness gives evidence during the trial?
Are you asking about the word SUBPOENA? Or are you asking about telling a witness to, "take the stand" in order to testify?
Who was the second witness to testify in tom's trial?
We don't know who Tom is because you didn't have the adequate information in the question.
Can a prosecution witness testify after the defense has closed its case in a criminal trial?
Yes, if the testimony is to rebut or impeach evidence given in the defense case in chief.
Can a doctor testify at trial if they are charged with malpractice?
Anyone who is sued is allowed to testify at trial for a calim against him or her.
Josie morales uncalled witness in Rodney king beating?
During the trial for the officers involved in the Rodney King beating, Josie Morales was a witness who provided a differing account of the events. However, she was not called to testify by the prosecution. This decision may have impacted the outcome of the trial.
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.
Do you have to testify if you are the one on trial?
No, a person on trial for a crime doesn't have to testify if they choose not to do so. In fact, depending on the case, attorneys will often advise their client not to testify.
What does the sixth amendment guarantee us?
• The right to a speedy trial! • The right to a public trial! • The right to notified of the nature and circumstances of the alleged crime! • The right to confront a witness who will testify against the accused! • The right to find a witness who will speak in favor of the accused! •The right to a lawyer! •J
What does the right not testify against yourself mean?
The Fifth Amnedent provides the right to not incriminate oneself. What that means is if you are on trial, or a witness testifying at a trial, you are not required to answer any question that would provide evidence that you commited another crime.
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.
