Anyone who it has been determined has relevantinformation to offer to either the prosecution or the defense. .
if you are not called into court, you will not have to testify
No, a defendant does not have to testify in court. It is their constitutional right to remain silent and not incriminate themselves.
No, the defendant does not have to testify in court. It is their constitutional right to remain silent and not incriminate themselves.
Perjury
No, it is illegal to pay a witness to testify in court. This is considered bribery and can result in criminal charges.
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.
Yes, an attorney can testify as a witness in a court case, but there are limitations and ethical considerations that may apply.
Absolutely not, and they will be charged with contempt of court if they show up to testify in that condition.
no
Yes, you can plead the 5th Amendment when subpoenaed to testify in court, which allows you to refuse to answer questions that may incriminate you.
Yes, you can plead the Fifth Amendment if you are subpoenaed to testify in court, which allows you to refuse to answer questions that may incriminate you.
The circumstances under which one would have to testify in court will vary according to the jurisdiction. In the English courts a witness needs to be cross examined, so that if their testimony is key to the case, they can be subpoenaed. This compels them to attend court and testify.