Legal Question in Criminal Law in Colorado

Does he have to make a statement?

Two brothers were indicted on federal drug charges. The younger brother's laywer is saying that he must write a statement against his older brother or he faces double time in prison. Is'nt there a law granting family members immunity from testfying or making legal statements against other family members, without fear of being punished by the court? If there is a law ot statute, what is it's name?


Asked on 10/04/03, 6:38 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys

Stephen Anderson Anderson & Carnahan

Re: Does he have to make a statement?

There is no privilege to not testify against a sibling, and the reason for the request may be to establish substantial cooperation under the Federal Sentencing guidelines.

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Answered on 10/06/03, 1:14 pm


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