Legal Question in Criminal Law in Colorado

i have been subpoenaed to testify as a witness on the states behalf regarding a felony drug charge incurred by my boyfriend (of 10 years.)

i was originally charged with being an accomplice in this case when i was arrested last year, but it was dropped in my case. i am still on probation and am worried that i may say something to incriminate myself while under oath in open court. I am not sure if the testimony that i provide can be used to implicate me, in addition to the defendant. Can I be charged for something that HE is on trial for?....can my case be re-opened? What should i do?


Asked on 12/02/09, 6:19 am

1 Answer from Attorneys
Daniel Fenaughty FENAUGHTY & ASSOCIATES, PC

Yes, you can be charged. Yes, your case can be re-opened. You have a right under the constitution of the United States to refuse to answer questions which may implicate you. Invoke that right at trial. If the DA grants you immunity, you will need to answer. Get immunity from the DA. Get counsel.

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Answered on 12/07/09, 11:16 am


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