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Why must a defendant be informed of the charges against them?
A defendent has to be faware of his charges that way he knows what he has to testify to
Can witnesses refuse to testify in civil cases?
Yes, witnesses can refuse to testify in civil cases under certain circumstances, such as invoking their Fifth Amendment right against self-incrimination or claiming privilege. However, there may be legal consequences for refusing to testify, such as being held in contempt of court.
Does the victim have to testify in a domestic violence case even if they have other witnesses?
when the case is filed in the court you have to testify the charges against the abuser and the onus is on you to prove it.
If i am accused of a criminal offense i have the right to know all my charges against me?
Yes, also a lawyer, and that you don't have to testify against yourself.
Does a wife have to testify against her husband is Wi in a domestic violence case?
A spouse cannot be forced to testify against the other regardless of the issue. However, not doing so might jeopardize the prosecutor's case against the individual who is facing the charges.
What does it mean to have someone testify for or against you?
If you testify against, you argue against them.. If you testify for then, you agree with them and support them
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 witnesses testify drunk?
Absolutely not, and they will be charged with contempt of court if they show up to testify in that condition.
When does the 5th amendment apply -Basically I was busted at a bar underage but the charges were dropped soon after. I now received a subponea to testify against the bar. Can I use the 5th amendment?
No. The Fifth amendment applies to giving testimony against yourself. Since the charges against you were dropped, you have no protection against self-incrimination. You are now simply a witness to the events in or at the bar and can be forced to testify.
What is the number of witnesses that can testify in court?
No set number.
How many witnesses must testify in order to convict someone of murder?
There is no minimum, and there is no maximum. The prosecution could call no witnesses or a hundred witnesses. A conviction of murder is based on the totality of the facts surrounding the person's guilt, not the number of witnesses called to testify.
Does the accused have to be present when witnesses speak against him?
The accused has the right to confront witnesses against him. There have been some exceptions, such as when children of very young ages are to testify against their adult rapist/molester. One should check with a local attorney for details specific to their situation.
