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In the United states a defendant cannot be forced to testify against himself or herself in a criminal trial?
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What are the advantages and disadvantages of having a criminal defendant testify at trial?
Adv: repeat offender Disadv: lack of evidence
Why can a criminal defendant refuse to testify at her own trial without penalty?
The 5th Amendment to the U.S. Constitution protects you from self incrimination.
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.
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.
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.
You and your fiance are charged with a criminal case that you are going to trial for can the state of Maine make us testify against one another?
Yes, only legally married spouses are protected from being forced to testify against one another.
How can someone testify if they are not a witness?
They can't. Only subpoeana'd witnesses may testify at a trial or hearing.
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.
What is the difference between a civil subpoena and a criminal subpoena?
A civil subpoena is issued in civil cases, such as disputes between individuals or organizations, to compel the production of documents or testimony. A criminal subpoena is issued in criminal cases by the prosecution to compel witnesses to testify or produce evidence in a criminal investigation or trial.
Accepting the responsibility to testify as a witness at a trial guarntees everyones right to?
a fair trial
Can a psychiatrist testify about a former patient at a trial?
Yes.
