Legal Question in Criminal Law in Maryland

Winess for State

I'm due to testify in a court case against a freind and I want o plead the 5ht amendment so i don't say anything that would incrimidate her. if I do plead the 5th can the judge put me in jail for pleasding the 5th???


Asked on 4/02/09, 4:54 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys
Bill Wood Law Office of William C. Wood, LLC

Re: Winess for State

Your 5th Amendment rights extend to self-incrimination only, not to that of others. You may be compelled to testify and may be held in contempt if you refuse.

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Answered on 4/02/09, 5:11 pm


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